This wave of guests was not only expected by Chen Ran, but also the one he least wanted to see right now.

"Hello Mr. Chen, I am Robert Fernandez, the sports director of FC Barcelona. Nice to meet you."

"Originally, I was thinking of visiting the Crystal Palace Club later, but I didn't expect that we could meet here in Cesc in advance today. It's such a coincidence."

"Haha, that's really my honor. Mr. Fernandez, I'm very happy to see you too."

While Chen Ran shook hands with Fernandez and exchanged greetings, he secretly complained in his heart.

Good luck, the last thing I want to see right now is you guys from Barcelona.

Fernandez still has a good eye, or he is very sure about the purpose of this trip.

So, after a few simple greetings, he took the initiative to say goodbye and leave.

At this time, Chen Ran and Fabregas were the only two people left in the room.

"Ahem, boss, what would you like to drink?"

When Chen Ran revealed that he was meeting someone from Barcelona Club, Fabregas was a little flustered and a little embarrassed.

"Okay. Stop talking about these nonsense, tell me, what did the people in Barcelona talk to you about?"

"Um... they want to activate the buyback clause, so they came to notify me."

Fabregas also knew about this kind of thing. Chen Ran would know about it sooner or later, so he wouldn't hide it.

"What do you think?"

To Fabregas's expectation, Chen Ran didn't show any emotion and just looked at him quietly, which made Fabregas a little at a loss.

"Boss, it actually doesn't matter what I think. There is a buy-back clause, and the initiative lies with the Barcelona club. As long as they want to activate the buy-back clause, none of us can stop it."

Fabregas was a little excited and analyzed the root cause of the matter for Chen Ran.

"This is important to me."

Chen Ran was still very calm and just replied lightly.

"...Boss, I'm sorry."

At this time, Fabregas could no longer speak.

He lowered his head, not daring to look into Chen Ran's eyes.

"Actually, you also want to go back to Barcelona, ​​right?"

"...Boss, I grew up in Barcelona and it has always been my dream to play for FC Barcelona. Now that I have this opportunity, I don't want to miss it."

When things got to this point, Fabregas simply poured out all his thoughts.

However, he never dared to raise his head to look into Chen Ran's eyes, and his voice became softer and softer.

At this time, Fabregas' home was as quiet as if no one was there.

Chen Ran felt an indescribable frustration in his heart.

I originally set my heart towards the bright moon, but the bright moon shines on the ditch.

Whether in Arsenal in his previous life or in Crystal Palace in this life, Fabregas ultimately made the same choice.

All the efforts made by Chen Ran were completely crushed by the inertia of the wheel of history.

Perhaps, as the little fat man said, treating players simply as a special commodity is the most suitable attitude for a club owner.

After calming down, Chen Ran walked to Fabregas and patted his shoulder gently.

"Ceske, it doesn't matter. Everyone has the right to pursue their dreams."

"I have no objection if you want to go back to Barcelona."

"If one day you find that you are not happy in Barcelona, ​​you are welcome to come back at any time. The door of the Crystal Palace is always open to you."

"Boss, you...don't blame me?"

Hearing Chen Ran's words, Fabregas couldn't believe his ears. He suddenly raised his head and looked at Chen Ran stupidly.

"Haha, it's no big deal, it's not a separation of life and death. I believe that you will return to the Crystal Palace in the near future."

"Well, thank you boss. If I leave Barcelona in the future, I will definitely go back to Crystal Palace."

Fabregas nodded vigorously. He really didn't expect that Chen Ran would forgive him so lightly.

Although he has not been in the Crystal Palace for a long time, Chen Ran really has nothing to say about him.

Although choosing to return to Barcelona has been his dream since childhood, Fabregas still felt very sorry for Chen Ran.

Now that he can get Chen Ran's understanding, Fabregas finally feels much better.

The reason why Chen Ran forgave Fabregas so easily was not because he was such a saint.

But he knows that for a smart person, when losing something is unavoidable, the most important thing is to stop the loss in time and not lose more.

Of course, it would be best if you could find something to make up for.

After a brief chat with Fabregas, Chen Ran was not in the mood to stay any longer.

The moment he walked out of Fabregas's residence, Chen Ran told himself that from now on, players are just a special commodity.

When Chen Ran returned to the Crystal Palace Club again, he immediately called the little fat man over.

"Luis, the people from Barcelona have found Fabregas and they have decided to activate the buy-back clause. Vieira, you have to hurry up too."

"What? That means Cesc Fabregas will definitely leave Crystal Palace?"

"Yes, there is a buy-back clause, and we cannot prevent Fabregas from leaving. So, in addition to Vieira, you should contact Xavi Alonso of Liverpool."

"This gives us one more option to prevent any further accidents in Vieira."

"Ok, I see."

"Also, you send someone to keep an eye on Barcelona's sports director Fernandez. He is the person Barcelona sent to activate Cesc Fabregas' buy-back contract this time."

"Uh...Chen, why are you keeping an eye on him? Hasn't Cesc Fabregas' matter been settled? Could it be that you suspect that he has other purposes?"

"That's right. Luis, do you think that if you just activate Cesc Fabregas' buy-back contract, Barcelona's sporting director in charge of transfers needs to personally take action?"

"Yes, the buy-back clause is mandatory. We have no way to stop it. Barcelona can just send anyone to handle it. There is really no need for Fernandez, the sports director, to personally come forward."

At this time, the little fat man also realized that something was strange, and he touched his fat chin and analyzed it.

"It is indeed unusual for this guy to appear in London. Chen, your suspicion is very reasonable. Are you worried that he has also taken a liking to other members of our Crystal Palace team?"

"That's what I mean, so tell me to keep an eye on him. I want to see what else Barcelona wants to do."

After Louis left, Chen Ran called Stephen over again.

"Stephen, this year marks the 100th anniversary of the founding of our Crystal Palace club. In addition, we have won the first top league championship since the establishment of the club, so you must organize this celebration ceremony well."

"Okay, but Chen, when do you plan to hold it? After the league is over?"

"No, put the time after the UEFA Cup final. If we can win another UEFA Cup championship and two championship trophies, the effect will be much better."

"Haha, then your task is not easy. Chen, are you sure about the UEFA Cup champion?"

Stephen's eyes lit up when he heard this. A league championship trophy is a bit lonely.

"It shouldn't be a big problem, I'll try my best."

Chen Ran felt a little confident when he dared to say this, because among the teams that entered the semi-finals of the UEFA Cup, there were no traditional powerful teams.

"Stephen, after all, this is the centenary celebration of our Crystal Palace. It needs to be bigger. I think it will be held at Selhurst Park Stadium."

"Let's have a float parade first, then find some stars to perform, and turn the celebration into a concert, a big party."

"Then we will invite all the famous players who have made outstanding contributions in the history of the Crystal Palace Club to come over and let everyone liven it up."

"By the way, let's announce the list of stars we have invited to perform first. All fans who have purchased season tickets for this season can enter for free."

"Also, you are now opening the pre-purchase activity for next season's season tickets. Fans who purchase season tickets for next season can also enter the venue to watch the show for free."

Looking at Chen Ran who was frothing at the mouth, Stephen was also speechless for a while.

This season's game hasn't ended yet, but Chen Ran is thinking about making money for tickets for next season. No wonder he is the boss.

"Oh, I almost forgot. Among the invited performance stars, don't forget to include singing girls. Also, among the invited celebrities, don't forget the Chinese Fan Zhiyi who once served as the captain of Crystal Palace."

"Any more?"

Stephen looked at Chen Ran helplessly. This guy was really good at bringing in private goods. He even held a celebration without forgetting to stuff people into it.

"Of course there is, but it's not about the celebration."

"After the end of the season and before the start of next season, you have to arrange for Crystal Palace to go to Asia, especially China. Do you understand?"

"Go to Asia? Chen, do you mean to make money like Manchester United did before?"

"Ahem, what are you talking about?"

"We are going on a promotional trip to expand Crystal Palace's influence in Asia and cultivate our fans in Asia. Do you understand?"

"I understand, I will arrange it."

"Over in China, you can contact our old friend Xu Yuan, the president of Sports Weekly. They are local snakes. With their help, our trip to China will go much smoother."
To be continued...