CHAPTER 10: OFFERS
After the friendly match between England and Ireland, Danny went back home. Then, he quickly checked his closet to see what shall he wears for the dinner with his family. After chooses his attire to wear, Danny go to change. Then, he picks up his phone, wallet, and car keys before making his way to his car. Danny then drives to Isla's house. When he arrived, he sent a message to Isla. A few minutes later, Isla came out from her house and enters the car.
"Hi, babe", said Isla.
"Hi. You're ready to meet my parent?" asked Danny.
"Yes. But I'm quite nervous actually", said Isla.
"Don't worry, sweetheart. You will be just fine", said Danny.
"Yes. Let's go then. Don't want to make your family waiting", said Isla. Danny just nodded before drives away.
Later, at the restaurant;
After park the car, Danny and Isla enter the restaurant. Then, they walk towards Danny's family.
"There you are. Please have a seat", said Mr Quinn. Danny and Isla then took a seat.
"Sorry we're late", said Danny.
"No, it's okay. We're totally get it", said Mr Quinn.
"By the way, bro. Are you really sure that you didn't want to transfer this season?" asked Seth while having their dinner.
"Yes, bro. West Ham is good enough for me this moment", said Danny.
"So, Courtney. I hope Danny didn't gave you any trouble", said Mrs Quinn.
"Oh, no. He's being good to me", said Isla.
"For now", said Becky.
"Shut up, Becky", said Danny. The rest chuckled.
"Well, I have to say that both my children had a good lover on their side. Hope it will remaind forever", said Mr Quinn.
"So, we got your bless?" asked Danny.
"Of course you are, Danny", said Mrs Quinn.
"Except for you playing for England, Danny. Not to mention, scoring your hattrick against Ireland", said Becky.
"Sorry about that, Becky. But it seems you're not getting blessed by the Irish too after celebrates my first goal though", said Danny.
"Not to mention, she's nearly celebrate the 2nd goal too if I'm not stopping her", said Seth.
"Uggh, somehow I regret my fiance and my brother meet up, right Courtney?" asked Becky.
"Not really", said Isla making Danny and Seth chuckled.
"Mum, dad. Back me up", said Becky.
"Hey, that's not fair", said Danny. The rest chuckled.
"So, Danny. Did you ever meet your cousins while you're here?" asked Mrs Quinn.
"Hariz? No. Besides, he played with Millwall. It's not a good thing if people seeing West Ham player hang out with Millwall player while Xander, I didn't know if he in London right now and for Jefg, we just contacted to social media since he's in Brazil", said Danny.
"I see", replied Mrs Quinn.
"So, Danny. Is Ireland your last match or you have another international friendly?" asked Mr Quinn.
"I have France before going for a long break", said Danny.
"The world champion? You're in trouble, bro", said Becky.
"Doesn't matter. Now, I can checked on my skills for real", said Danny.
"Yeah, if you can play for another few minutes against Nederland before, England might be in the final of UEFA Nations League", said Seth.
"Yeah. But never mind. Sooner or later, I will get the chance to win something with 3 Lions. Oh wait. Actually I already did. I led England to win the U20 World Cup 2 years ago. I even get awarded as golden boots winner", said Danny.
"Show off", said Becky. The rest chuckled. Then, after finished their dinner, Danny send Isla back home.
"So, how did you feel after meeting my family?" asked Danny inside the car.
"Great. Your family is fun", said Isla.
"Of course we are. With a sister like Becky, we can't be so strict", said Danny.
"Really, huh. The different between you and Becky are just your gender. The craziness are same", said Isla. Danny chuckled. Then, after drop Isla at her home, Danny drives back home.
Few days later;
Danny and the rest 3 Lions player continue their training as usual. Then, after the training is over, Danny got a phone call by his agent, Philip.
Danny: Hello, Philip.
Philip: Hello, Danny. Where are you now?
Danny: I'm at the St. George Park for national team training. Why?
Philip: Oh. Can we meet up tonight for dinner. It will be on me. I have some information to tell you.
Danny: Okay, then. I'll see you tonight then.
Then, they hung up.
"Who is that, mate?" asked Sterling.
"My agent, Philip", said Danny.
"What does he want?" asked Rice.
"He want to meet me tonight", said Danny.
"Why, are you getting offers from other clubs when you already make a statement that you'll stay with Hammers?" asked Kane.
"I don't know. We'll knew it after tonight", said Danny.
"But maybe, West Ham is offering you a contract extension with big sum of money in it", said Pickford.
"Well, that will be great", said Danny.
"So, that you can marry Courtney as soon as possible", said Dier. The rest chuckled.
"Good idea. I'm going to really think about it", said Danny.
Later that night;
Danny meets up with Philip at a diner.
"So, Philip. What information do you have for me?" asked Danny.
"Well, there's 9 clubs had interest on you", said Philip. Danny was surprised.
"What, 9?? Damn. Never expecting that much", said Danny.
"Your performance with the club this season and how well you're doing right now with the national team attracted many attention", said Philip.
"I see. So, which clubs that make the offer?" asked Danny.
"Let's start with our Serie A. There's 2 of it; AC Milan and Lazio", said Philip.
"Okay. Not bad team though", said Danny.
"Next 2 Asian club, JDT FC from Malaysia and Guangzhou Evergrande of China", said Philip.
"2 clubs that play in AFC Champions League, huh. Interesting", said Danny.
"Next in La Liga, you got an offer from Sevilla", said Philip.
"Another good team", said Danny.
"And from French Ligue 1, Olypique Lyon", said Philip.
"Okay. So the last 3 are our Premier League club, right?" asked Danny.
"Yes. Want to know which club?" asked Philip.
"Yes", replied Danny.
"It's Totenham Hostpurs, Manchester United and the last one, you won't even believe it", said Philip.
"Now, you're making me nervous. Tell me which club already", said Danny.
"It is the newly promoted club, Millwall", said Philip. Danny nearly spill his drink.
"What? You're gotta be joking", said Danny.
"No, mate. It's true. I never expected it too. Maybe they want you to play with your cousin, Hariz Eagles. So, interested with any offers?" asked Philip.
"No, mate. Like I said during the final match of the season, I'm staying with West Ham", said Danny.
"Okay, then. So, I expecting you will want to sign this new contract extension", said Philip while handing Danny a contract. Danny reads the contract carefully before shocked.
"£900 000 for 3 years? That's about £25 000 per month. Damn. I can get married after a months and buy a mansion after few months work", said Danny.
"Yes, mate. It's might not the biggest paid for a star player in big teams but still lot of money. Now, you may signed this contract", said Philip. Without any hesitation, Danny signed the contract.
"Well, to be honest, mate. This is the easiest deal I ever made", said Philip.
"Yeah. By the way, I expecting those other clubs offer me much more, right?" asked Danny.
"Yes, mate. AC Milan, Lyon and Spurs offer £ 2 million for 2 years, while Manchester United offers £ 3.6 million for 3 years. While the others offer about £ 1.4 million for 2 years", said Philip.
"I see. But it doesn't matter now. I just want to play well with West Ham especially they give me a raise", said Danny.
"Good to hear. I guess that's all. Any question?" asked Philip.
"No, mate", said Danny.
"Good. Let's eat up now", said Philip. Then, they eat their food before left.
Next day after training;
Danny, Sterling and Kane went for lunch together after training session.
"Millwall?" asked Sterling and Kane.
"Yes", said Danny.
"Seriously. After being promoted, they straightly aiming the topscorer of the season? Darn", said Kane.
"Maybe they want me to play with my cousin there", said Danny.
"You have a cousin there? Who?" asked Kane.
"Their top scorer, Hariz Eagles", said Danny.
"Oh, him. He might be great player, right. Scoring 15 goals in only half season", said Sterling.
"Yeah, but it's in Championship. It will be different in Premier League", said Kane.
"But still, I'm interested to see him in action in Premier League", said Danny.
"Yeah. But, hey. He might ended up plays with England too, right?" asked Sterling.
"No, mate. He already part of Malaysian National team", said Danny.
"Really? I never expected him to play with Malaysia", said Kane.
"Yeah but still, I'm happy for him", said Danny.
"Malaysia had a great atmosphere for football players. No racism towards any players there unlike some European nation", said Sterling.
"You're right. They just cursed the players that play badly", said Kane.
"Of course they will. Football is the number 1 sport there but they are currently at 156 in FIFA ranking. Unbelievable", said Danny. Kane and Sterling just laughed.
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