Fifteen minutes later.
As Lech said, Lu Ke completed all his warm-up exercises meticulously, but did not immediately walk in the direction of Lech and Trent. Instead, he began to test his pulse and do a review of the basic warm-up training just now. Simple measurement, this has become a habit.
Slowly, Lu Ke's footsteps stopped in front of Laihe and Trent. He took a sweat towel from his waist and wiped the sweat from his forehead. The corners of his mouth made a shallow arc and said, "Good morning. Here. Seeing you two appear at the same time, either the team has decided to renew my contract, or the team has decided to trade me. No matter which one it is, it seems that my contract is about to turn around."
There was no politeness or pleasantries. Lu Ke went straight to the topic when he opened his mouth.
Laihe was not surprised, and had long been accustomed to Lu Ke's insight.
But Trent turned to look at Lech in surprise, and then his smile rose, "How did he know? Are you sure you didn't say hello in advance?"
Lech just shrugged and didn't answer.
Actually this is not difficult. The recent issue of Lu Ke's contract has been the focus of attention. Although the San Francisco 49ers can delay until August and slowly complete the contract extension, Lu Ke's contract is very special, and the San Francisco front office also hopes to Complete the contract extension as soon as possible, resolve this matter, and then devote yourself wholeheartedly to the team reconstruction work——
If Lu Ke's contract seriously challenges the salary cap, then this means that some players who are looking forward to high salaries are destined to be unable to realize their wishes. They must either lower their standards and stay in a team that is capable of competing for the championship; or transfer transactions, Seek higher salary. At the same time, these contract extensions and transfers will also affect the team's draft work.
Under such a background, Trent rushed to Los Angeles in person, and Leh appeared on the court at the same time. Lu Ke didn't need to be Sherlock Holmes to detect something.
However, Lu Ke had no intention of explaining at this time, and met Trent's gaze again, "So, my idea is correct. So, which situation is it? I am already prepared."
"Calm down, calm down, Cowboy, I know you are ready to train again now, but there is no need for us to be so anxious, right?" Trent had just finished speaking, and then he noticed the smiles of Lu Ke and Laihe, Only then did he realize that there seemed to be something wrong with his words.
Cowboy is a very common metaphor used to describe those reckless and impulsive behaviors or characters.
But Trent chose to use this metaphor at this moment, and things suddenly became subtle-the Dallas Cowboys are Lu Ke's biggest competitor at this stage.
Trent raised his right index finger and gestured slightly, "Slow down, let's slow down." He couldn't help but chuckle, but after such a small mistake, the atmosphere became relaxed. Get up, "It is absolutely impossible for us to let you go. If we can, we need you to be able to stay in this team and this city forever as a nine member. So, I guess, maybe you can consider Bought a property here.”
"You mean, outside my parents' house?" Lu Ke kindly reminded Trent: he originally settled in San Francisco.
Trent opened his mouth slightly, but he was not embarrassed. Instead, he spread his hands calmly and said, "My mind is confused. Obviously I am too happy and excited now, and I am making mistakes. So, I'd better wait until the situation becomes worse." Before something goes wrong, get it right in advance to avoid making the same mistake again.”
Trent looked at Lech and gestured, "Has Lech talked to you before? About the amount of the contract?"
"Yes, of course." Lu Ke nodded in affirmation. In the final analysis, Lu Ke still needed to nod to sign the contract. Laihe naturally updated the situation at any time, but San Francisco was never completely determined, and Lu Ke only had a general understanding. Condition.
Trent took a deep breath and shifted his gaze for a moment between Lu Ke and Laihe, as if he was creating suspense. The smile on his lips completely rose, but he failed to get the expected effect, so he spread his hands and said, "You guys It’s really uncooperative at all, which makes me regret it. However, you will regret it after I announce the result.”
"One hundred and six million in five years, with a guarantee of 62.5 million."
This time, Trent did not continue to create suspense and simply stated the two sets of numbers. Then his eyes fell on Lu Ke, waiting for Lu Ke's response.
106 million in five years, with an average annual salary of 21.2 million, surpassing Drew Brees' 20 million, becoming the league's highest-paid player.
The guaranteed deposit is 62.5 million, which also exceeds Drew Brees' 60 million, once again setting a new record for guaranteed guarantees in the league.
In other words, Lu Ke suddenly became the highest-paid player in the NFL as a mere third-year player.
Heavy!
Absolutely heavy!
Super heavy!
Even compared to the "irresistible" offer offered by Jerry Jones before, it is still slightly better - although the guarantee is slightly lower than 2.5 million, the average annual salary is much higher. , in a gesture of creating history, he strongly declared that the San Francisco 49ers attach great importance to Lu Ke!
Shocking indeed!
Lu Ke subconsciously cast his gaze towards Laihe, because the conditions that Laihe mentioned before were not so exciting. A simple summary is that they are one level lower than Jerry Jones's conditions. You can compare them horizontally:
Jerry Jones, 110 million in six years, 65 million guaranteed, and an average annual salary of 18.3 million.
San Francisco 49ers, 102 million in six years, 59 million guaranteed, and an average annual salary of 17 million.
A simple comparison shows the calculations of the San Francisco front office. They obviously underestimated the sincerity of Jerry Jones and the league's desire for excellent quarterbacks-even though Lu Ke is a third-year student, there are currently two The accumulation of the season is still a little thin, but they are still willing to spend a lot of money to find a top quarterback.
In fact, if the San Francisco 49ers were willing to increase the guarantee slightly, Leh suggested that Lu Ke would nod and agree. Although Lu Ke could still pursue a higher contract, Lu Ke still wanted to stay in San Francisco more than in terms of salary. , then Leh can't push too hard.
Now, in a short period of time, the San Francisco 49ers' front office has made a qualitative leap. The contract amount has been directly increased by two levels, and a contract extension has been proposed in a gesture of creating league history. For Lu Ke, this really couldn't be more perfect. Now—chasing the coveted contract while staying in San Francisco.
Lu Ke's first reaction was to cast a questioning look at Laihe: Has the situation changed?
Laihe did not move, but showed a faint smile in his eyes, expressing his affirmation. Then Laihe saw Lu Ke showing a bright smile like a child, sincere and straightforward, without hiding his joy at all. But it was completely released without being arrogant.
The onlookers couldn't help but smile.
Then, Lu Ke turned his head and looked at Trent, smiling brightly, "Are you serious?"
Trent liked this reaction, "Yes, I'm serious." Then he continued, "I know there have been a lot of rumors in the past period, and the team has never been able to show enough respect. Not only It's you, not just the fans, but even our team has expressed disappointment. You should deserve more and better treatment."
This is the best time to make amends.
"So we are always discussing how to show the team's confidence. Of course, a contract is still not enough to make up for the team's previous mistakes, but we still sincerely hope that you can stay in the team and lead us again To fight for the championship, please be sure to leave us more time and opportunities to prove our sincerity and prove that you are the core soul of this team."
Instead of avoiding the recent chaos, he faced it calmly, expressed his sincerity in this way, and eliminated all the grievances between Lu Ke and Laihe in advance. This is undoubtedly a smarter and more skillful approach. As a team manager, Trent has shown his ability.
Finally, Trent showed a confident smile again, "So, what do you think? We can still go through the next five years hand in hand? Or even ten years! Fifteen years?"
"Ten years and fifteen years is really too far away. We still need time to get along; but in the next five years, I am very happy to continue on as a member of the San Francisco 49ers." Lu Ke wiped his fingers again With sweat dripping from his forehead and a bright smile on his face, he said succinctly, "So, can we sign now?"
Trent couldn't agree more with such a straightforward response without too much entanglement and procrastination.
"Yes, we can complete the signing now." Trent snapped his fingers and replied in the affirmative, and the look between his brows became relaxed, "Next, we still have a series of tasks to complete. Isn’t it? The whole of San Francisco is waiting for our next step. So, what are we waiting for? Let’s get it done now!”
Laihe, who was always standing next to him with a smile on his face, showed his maturity and stability——
He just made the first-highest salary in league history, and that was for a third-year player, which would once again be a career feat.
But Lech is now a big player in the industry. He doesn't need this fame to add luster to himself. What really makes him happy is that Lu Ke can win this contract. This is what Lu Ke deserves!
…
Ian Rapoport once again became the source of first-hand information, and he was the first to announce the news on his personal Twitter:
"Finished! The highest salary in the history of the league! Lu Ke has reached an agreement with the San Francisco 49ers! Next season, Lu Ke will continue to sail as the captain of San Francisco! #LuKeRenewal"
