In addition to Barton, James Milner has been seduced by Aston Villa.

Villa boss Martin O'Neill has always been a favourite of the new England favourite with excellent physical condition and tough style of play, and he made an offer back in 2005, and if it weren't for the last-minute refusal of Newcastle boss Sheffield, Aston Villa might have taken Milner for £4 million.

Although Aston Villa's league ranking this season is not as good as the Magpies, the team's finances have been very good since the American owner bought them, and after James Milner was loaned to Aston Villa because he couldn't play the main team at Newcastle, it was Martin O'Neill's attention and trust that made Milner stand out, and the Northern Ireland manager has a good understanding of Milner!

With the lure of a high salary and the call of his mentor, Milner finally found Lao Li after the training and told the truth of the incident very sincerely.

"Thank you so much for your candor, James, I want to know what you think......"

Lee's expression was much calmer than Milner had imagined: "Would you rather stay at St James' Park and cheer from the Newcastle fans, or would you rather crave the applause of the Aston Villa fans at Villa Park?" I promised each and every one of you on the first day I arrived that I wouldn't force any of you to stay after the season was over! ”

'I would like to stay at Newcastle but Mr O'Neill has agreed to offer £70,000 a week and guarantee me an absolute first-man position if I can get it all at Newcastle ......

"This can't be ......" Li Tongfan quickly interrupted Milner's words and shook his head: "James, you see, you are indeed a good player, very good!" I also hope you can stay here and continue to fight for Newcastle...... But we're sorry the team is having a hard time right now, so we can only offer you a maximum of £40,000 a week next season, and ...... I can't guarantee you the absolute main position! ”

"In that case...... Then I need to think about it, sir! Hearing Lao Li's answer, Milner's face was gloomy, and then he gritted his teeth and left Li Tongfan's office without hesitation!

Sitting in the chair behind the desk, Li Tongfan looked thoughtfully at the back of Milner leaving.

Considering that the youngster had less than 50 loyalty points in the FM2008 system, it now looks like his departure from Newcastle is inevitable. However, before Lao Li called Milner to the England national team, coupled with the wonderful performance on the field after a small modification with FM-mm, his value has risen to a point where it can bring huge profits to Newcastle!

Even if you sell and cash out, you won't lose money!

Sure enough, just a day later, Aston Villa offered £9 million for James Milner like Newcastle, but the content of this offer was significantly lower than Lee Tongfan's expectations, so naturally he could not agree. After a brief negotiation between the two sides, the thirsty Aston Villa acquired the England midfielder for the next decade for £1,300.

£13 million!

This money will be the first income since Lee Tong-fan took charge of Newcastle!

Unlike the previous sneaky and strict secrecy when buying Crespo and Ronaldo, after reaching an agreement with Aston Villa, Newcastle FC's official website soon announced the transfer plan, and the transfer agreement will not take effect until July 1, 2008, when the European football transfer market opens!

Newcastle fans have mixed opinions on James Milner's transfer.

While many people lament the loss of such a potential supernova, they can also understand the helplessness of the club's management to cash in by selling key players when the team is in financial trouble. Moreover, the crazy religious superstition of the Newcastle people is so certain: as long as the [God on the side of the football field] the madman Mr. Lee can stay at St James's Park, then no matter which player he loses, sooner or later the magpies will be able to regain their glory!

…… In the next few days, Newcastle's transfer department has been busy following Lee Tong-beom's request.

James Milner is not the first to leave Newcastle, with left-back Charles N'Sobia and centre-back David Lozehar both finding their home ahead of Liverpool's Anfield game on 11 May – Charles N'Zogbia has joined Ligue 1 side Bordeaux for £600.

David Lozehar moves to La Liga powerhouse Sevilla for €5 million!

Unlike Milner, the duo chose to leave after Lee made it clear that they would not be in Newcastle's main squad next season. Of course, like James Milner, the transfer agreement will come into effect at the end of the season, with the pair still having to play their final game of the season for Newcastle for the time being.

In addition to selling people, Li Tongfan seized the time to complete another long-booked player introduction during this period - activating the buyout clause in Juan Mata's loan contract, and snatching the former proud disciple from Ferguson for a low price of 2 million pounds.

After all this, the 38th round of the Premier League is about to begin!

…… May 11 morning!

Liverpool Anfield Stadium Press Conference Hall!

Newcastle boss Maniac Lee joins Reds helm Rafael Benitez at his pre-match press conference!

With the dust on the Premier League already settled and the final round of the league results not affecting the top and bottom of the table, the only gimmick that this game can attract the attention of fans and the media is that Michael Owen, who has returned to the top, has once again come to Anfield, who has played for eight consecutive years, and the current Liverpool Benitez and the euro!

Of course, the reporters at the press conference did not let go of these eye-catching questions - the tall, lanky reporter from The Sun hit the nail on the head with the question that attracted the most attention: "Mr. Benitez, why did you let go of the team's flag in the summer of 2004, Michael Owen?" ”

Benitez, a Spaniard sitting high behind the interview table, was expressionless: "It was a decision that both parties were satisfied with and agreed upon, and I had no reason to prevent it from happening, and that's why." ”

"But some people think that you are threatening the team out of personal preference and driving away the former flag...... You don't like Owen and you need to build your credibility by getting rid of a big player like Michael, and in doing so, get enough transfer fees to rebuild the team on your own terms, right? The tall, thin reporter of The Sun was aggressive and not satisfied with Benitez's answer.

Benitez didn't laugh angrily: "As a manager, I have the right to manage the team in any way I think is good for the team? If Michael Owen's departure can give Liverpool an even bigger boost, why should I say no? ”

"Thank you for your answer, last question...... Mr. Benitez, "The Sun's reporter is clearly not a fuel-efficient lamp either" When the team has been unable to find a consistent scoring point since losing Michael Irving, have you ever regretted your decision? ”

By this time, Benitez was clearly a little impatient with the question:

'Liverpool have Torres and Gerrard, Carragher and Reina...... Michael Owen is just a normal player and his performances since leaving Liverpool speak for themselves, so I'm glad I made a smart decision...... Your question-time is over, and this gentleman can tell you definitively now: I will not regret at any time the decision to release Michael Owen for sale! ”

Having succeeded in infuriating Benitez, the reporters turned their attention to the madman Lee.

"Mr. Rice Bucket, first of all, thank you for all you have done for the England team, can you ask what you think of Mr Benitez's point just now, and please comment on your own Michael Owen?

It was the tall, thin reporter from The Sun who asked the question.

This guy seems to be a crazy Irving fan, and every question asked is inseparable from his idol. And when he asked Li Tongfan, his tone was obviously much more respectful and enthusiastic than that of Benitez!

"Everyone has their own Michael Owen in their hearts," Li Tongfan said, paraphrasing a famous quote from the world, replacing Hamlet's name with Owen, which caused laughter in the press conference hall, and the tension created by Benitez's anger just now was swept away.

"But if I were Liverpool's manager, I would regret it very, very much! Because for every loyal Liverpool fan, the Owen who once galloped like the wind at Anfield is unique......" After Li Tongfan made a joke, the conversation immediately changed and unabashedly pointed the finger at Benitez: "Owen is the top striker of this era, and he is the existence that every opponent will fear, and I believe Michael will prove it in tonight's game......"

The other side.

Before Li Tongfan finished speaking, Benitez stood up and waved away!

It was undoubtedly a very boring thing for the head of the Spanish bishop to sit here in front of a swarm of fly-like journalists and a junior who was pointing fingers and talking nonsense. As for who will regret it, let the game do the talking, and Benitez will be confident that he will shut everyone up with a hearty victory...... Michael Owen?

The guy who is good for nothing but running fast and getting injured quickly, even if he turns back time and makes everything start all over again, Benitez will not hesitate to chase him away a second time!

(To be continued)