Football: King of Penalty Area
Ch. 83 - Breaks, Contracts, and Transfers

Qatar, Qatar.

It has been a day since the last match against the United Arab Emirates. Now the team is preparing to face Qatar, who can roughly be called the seeded team in Group J due to their fairly high FIFA rankings.

Right now, Raynaldi who had completed recovery training was resting in the lobby while looking at the message in his phone.

Recently Sven Hope, Sports Director and Jurgen Nagelsman, General Manager of Leverkusen SC tried to contact Joko Sasongko to renew his contract into a professional contract.

Raynaldi himself also gave the green light to stay at Leverkusen SC as long as they want to give him the opportunity to play in the Bundesliga, because the thing Raynaldi needs the most now, he said, either as a player or because of the need of the system is experience in the real game.

Raynaldi read one of the messages from Joko Sasongko to contact him as soon as he finished training. So he started dialing Joko Sasongko's number and calling her.

Raynaldi : “Hai, Brother Sas. It's me Ray.”

Joko Sasongko : “Ah, Ray. You finally contacted me!”

Raynaldi : “How about the negotiation?”

Joko Sasongko : “I just negotiated with Leverkusen SC and the result is quite good. They are willing to give a salary of 30,000 Euros per week after taxes. It's the team's average salary and is twice as high as that of newly promoted young players.”

Raynaldi was pleased that the negotiations were going well. In fact the issue of salary is not very important for him, because he himself can make a lot of money from investments and the stock market. Previous life experiences are not just displays. Raynaldi was confident he could be rich enough not to worry about his property running out when it was passed down on his grandchildren.

Raynaldi : “This is really good news, if they want to pay that much. Then at least my value in their eyes was enough to compete as a core strength. If they refuse, then they don't intend to use me too much next season.”

Raynaldi understands that the amount of salary determines the seriousness of the team in processing and using players. However it is human nature to get what they need even if it is expensive.

Joko Sasongko : “But why are you so strong about this salary issue? If I'm not mistaken, your investment in the stock market is already earning several million Euros now. You shouldn't really care about an extra 10,000 Euros per month.”

Raynaldi: “Kak Sas, it is human nature to pay attention to the value of something. For example, if you buy a computer for 3 million. But then you are given another computer with a price of 5 million which is considered to have a better spec, even though the quality is the same. But you don't know about this quality difference, which one would you choose?”

Joko Sasongko : “It should be more expensive which is better right? Because the price is expensive, it is estimated that the cost of making products is also higher.”

Raynaldi: “The same thing applies in football too, if they buy an unknown player will be able to integrate into the team or not. They will definitely choose players who make them spend more.”

Joko Sasongko : “Ah, so be it! Now I what are your intentions! Haha... Ray, you're a real genius!”

Raynaldi : “This is just a matter of thought. By the way, were you also the one who operated the transfer of Rangga to Germany?”

Joko Sasongko : “Iya, right. After all, Germany is a haven for Non-European players. Unlike other leagues that have Non-European quota restrictions or labor certificates, in Germany as long as you are rewarded by the Head Coach or Sports Director of the club, the possibility to play will be greater.”

Raynaldi : “Then why did you offer me to go to the Eredivisi as a loan player before?”

Joko Sasongko : “Because I'm sure your level is now no longer about a matter of trying or convincing! But as long as you are given the chance to play, then they will definitely play you as the main player! This is your strength now!”

Raynaldi : “You look at me so highly? I'm just a guy playing wild football with college students near home!”

Raynaldi said on the phone while chuckling.

Joko Sasongko : “Oke, because your request has been fulfilled by the club. Now all I need to do is discuss the issue of bonuses and portrait rights. Your presence now provides many opportunities for other Indonesian youth to play in Europe!”

Joko Sasongko sighed as he recalled a few things. Previously, Rangga was a player without an agent and all his contracts were taken care of by himself, until in January when the name Raynaldi spread in Germany.

Many clubs try their luck to find talented young players at low prices from Indonesia. At this time, Joko Sasongko used his connections to advise many young players from Indonesia. However, only Aji Pamungkas and Rangga Saktiaga caught their attention.

Aji Pamungkas has mentioned that he only intends to play in Indonesia, because he feels uncomfortable with the climate in Europe. In addition, he also thought of his family considering he would welcome his first child in 5 months.

Rangga Saktiaga is the most likely player to go to Europe now. He is 19 years old and is a young player. But the skill and ability of his field organization have captivated several European clubs.

After the International week has passed, Rangga will go to Europe to conduct trials at three German clubs, Gelserkichen FC, Bochum and Leipzig Sport. Among them are two Bundesliga clubs and one club 2.Bundesliga. However, according to observations Joko Sasongko the most interested team for Rangga services is Leipzig Sport. They want to get a good midfielder to support their captain.

Raynaldi : “You still like to talk nonsense. My existence only proves that soccer players are not distinguished from their home countries. Even players from the country with weak football strength can also shine. Sure, all this in the premise they are willing to put in the effort to achieve it!”

Joko Sasongko : “Haha.. isn't that the same?”

Raynaldi : “If nothing is important already, I will go for lunch and start flexibility training after this.”

Joko Sasongko : “Yah, nice attitude! I'm closing then.”

Raynaldi heard a disconnected phone and put his cell phone in a bag. After hanging up the phone Raynaldi saw the time had shown at 12:00, it was time for lunch. As an athlete, Raynaldi always maintained his discipline well.

“In a few days, we will face Qatar. If we win this match, then the points obtained by Indonesia will be 6 points. The next opponent is only Guam who is ranked in the bottom 3 in the AFC and definitely not against Indonesia.” Raynaldi.

“As Coach Frans said before, I just need to go all out on this match. After that I can return to Germany to prepare for the next league.” Raynaldi walked towards the hotel restaurant for lunch.