CHAPTER 26: THEATRE OF DREAM

Danny arrived at the conference room at Old Trafford conference room with Ole Gunnar Solskjær.

"Ladies and gentleman. Now then, let me introduced to you our signing this month, the 2018-2019 Barclays Premier League top scorer, Danny Quinn. We managed to signed him with £27 Million from West Ham United. Some of you might wondering why we chose to sign him with that price despite he only fully played in 5 league matches while in most of the time, he was just benched. Well, he scored total 16 goals in those match. Not to mention, his hattrick here in Old Trafford causing us to lose to West Ham United. But, of course he needs some time to get himself back at his best form. So, we need to bear with it for now", said Solskjær before let Danny gives his talk.

"Well, to be honest, I didn't expecting to get such an offers. Like Mr Solskjær said, I only played 5 full matches this season. I hope I can have my top form again so that I can help The Red Devils to play in UEFA Champions League next season and also to regain my place in national team for Euro 2020", said Danny. Later, he was given the jersey No. 7 by Solskjær. Then, he was brought to meet his new teammates.

"How you're doing, mate? Great to see you again", said Rashford.

"Me too. How's the national team? It seems you boys did just fine without me", said Danny.

"Well, that's true. But it will be much better if you there", said the captain, Maguire.

"Welcome to team, mate. I'm glad we're having you with us instead of against us in the 2nd half of the season", said de Gea.

"Thanks, mate", said Danny. Later, Danny was brought to tour around Old Trafford.

Meanwhile at London;

"Hey, Toni. Check this out", said Kay Lee while pointing to a TV at the PC when they're about to leave the PC.

Manchester United just now had revealed their new player that join them in this January's transfer window. He is the West Ham United striker; Danny Quinn. Despite just played only in 5 matches in the league this season, The Red Devil is willing to pay his £27Million transfer fee from West Ham United. The Red Devils' decision to bring Quinn is a good move after Anthony Martial the club to returned to Lyon with £17 Million and the only profilic forward they had left is Rashford.

"He left West Ham for Manchester United without telling me? I will punch his stomach next time I meet him", said Toni.

"You must be relieve right, seeing him joined a new team", said Kay Lee.

"Yes. I hope he didn't lose his touch. West Ham didn't used him in 8 games directly now", said Toni.

"But I'm sure he will be fine", said Kay Lee. Toni just nodded. Later, Isla passing by.

"You must be happy right, Courtney. You don't have to see Danny's face anymore", said Toni.

"What is that supposed to mean?" asked Isla.

"Danny had signed for Manchester United. You don't have to see him anymore", said Kay Lee. Isla was surprised.

"I see", said Isla.

Meanwhile at the West Ham United's training ground;

"Hey, Haller. Don't you know that Danny had joined Manchester United?" asked Fornals.

"So, what? I love it since I don't have to see his face around here anymore", replied Haller.

"Well, guest what. His price is £27 Million and he just played 5 games this season. Wonder how much is his value if he got your playtime. He might have higher value than you", said Rice. Haller just remained silence.

On the next day;

Danny was training for the first time with the rest of the new team. Solskjær seems satisfy with Danny's performance in his training.

"Mate, want to head for lunch together?" asked Rashford.

"Sure. Who else will join us?" asked Danny in returned.

"Just us and Harry", said Rashford.

"Okay, then", said Danny.

Later at the diner;

"So, mate. What do you think about your first training here?" asked Rashford.

"It's great so far", said Danny.

"How did your family reacts after getting the info you're signed with Man United?" asked Maguire.

"Toni mad at me because I didn't tell her anything. She said she will punches me next time we meet", said Danny. Rashford and Maguire chuckled.

"Damn", said Rashford.

"While my grandmother is so happy that I moved a bit nearer to her now", said Danny.

"Where did she stayed?" asked Maguire.

"Merseyside", said Danny.

"Just about 50 minutes from Manchester. You can always visit her", said Rashford.

"Yeah. While Amanda, she's so happy when she heard the news but she said I choose the wrong Manchester", replied Danny.

"Ah, yes. She plays with City, right", said Rashford.

"So, did Courtney ever contacted you after you came here?" asked Maguire.

"Yes. I just told her to mind her own business", said Danny.

"Did she always contacts you soon after you broke up with her?" asked Rashford.

"Nope", said Danny.

"And she bothers to contact you now. You're making a right decision to shoved her off and move on with your life", said Maguire. Danny just nodded. Later, their meals arrived. While having lunch, 3 players from Manchester United women squad came by.

"Hi, boys" greeted the captain; Katie Zelem.

"Hey, ladies. How you're doing?" asked Maguire.

"We're good. So, this is the last season top scorer, huh" said Aimee Palmer.

"Yes, that's me, Danny Quinn" said Danny.

"Just you to know, Danny. Ella here admire you" said Zelem.

"She even had crush on you too" said Palmer. Danny was stunned while Ella Toone was blushed.

"No, I'm not. I just admire your skills. That's all" said Ella.

"Thanks. You're a good striker too, Ella" said Danny.

"Thanks, Danny. It's an honour to hear that from you" said Ella.

"Anyway, we need to go now. Good luck facing Norwich City this weekend" said Zelem.

"Thanks, Katie. Good luck facing Leicester City" said Rashford. Then, the women players left.

"She's cute" said Danny. Rashford and Maguire smirked.

"Who are you talking about?" asked Maguire.

"Ella" replied Danny.

"Hmm, interesting opinion, mate" said Rashford. Danny just smirked.

Few days later;

Danny and the rest of Manchester United players arrived at Old Trafford as they will face Norwich City. After changing into their training kits, all players making their way to the pitch for the warming up session. When Danny looked at the main stand, he saw Amanda and Becky Lynch was there with their parents.

"Your no.1 supporters are here, mate", said Maguire.

"Yes. And they didn't even tell me about this", said Danny.

"They just love making surprise, huh", said Rashford.

"Well, you can say that", said Danny.

"Too bad Ella Toone not around right, Danny?" asked Maguire.

"Shut up, Harry" said Danny. The rest of the squad just chuckled. Later, all players returned to the dressing room and changed into the match kits. Later, Solskjær came in.

"Okay, boys. This will be our starting line-up today. de Gea (GK), Wan-Bissaka, Lindelöf, Maguire, Williams (DF) Fred, Matić, Mata, Pereira, Rashford (MF) Quinn (FW). Now, then. Bring the glory to The Red Devil", said Solskjær. Later, all players making their way out from the dressing room. After a few minutes, players from both teams marched to the pitch with the match officials.

"Danny in the first eleven. I love that", said Becky.

"He deserve it", said Amanda.

"You always had his back, Becky. That's so nice of you", said Mrs Quinn.

"Of course I do. He's the only little brother that I have", said Becky.

Later on;

The match started with Norwich City kicked off the match.

17th minutes of the match;

The ball with Fred. He then passed the ball to Pereira. Pereira then passed the ball to Mata. Mata then runs with the ball at the right flank before passed the ball through to Danny. Danny then shoots the ball into the net to open the score for Manchester United.

"The curse might just be broken" said Amanda.

"What curse?" asked Becky.

"Manchester United's No.7 cursed" replied Amanda.

"You mean the curse after Cristiano Ronaldo left for Real Madrid?" asked Mr Quinn.

"Yes" replied Amanda.

20th minutes of the match;

The ball with Wan-Bissaka. He then runs with the ball until he passed the middle of the field before passed the ball to Mata. Mata then runs with the ball before passed it through to Danny. Danny then runs with the ball before shoots the ball in to the net to score the 2nd goal for The Red Devils.

Half time;

"2 goals in your debut? What a statement", said Maguire.

"That's true. Maybe it just like released your stress after didn't get a chance to play in total 14 league's match this season", said Rashford.

"Not really. It just showed how grateful I am to get a chance to play", said Danny.

"So grateful causing to the No.7 curse to be broken" said Maguire.

"Mate, this is just my first match" said Danny.

"That's true. But still, it seems that Solskjær's gamble to bring you here with high transfer fee is working", said de Gea.

"I can't said anything with it just yet. This just my first match here after all", said Danny.

"Don't worry. I think you will be fine", said Maguire. Later, Solskjær came in and briefs about his tactical for the 2nd half.

2nd half;

The match resumed with Manchester United kicked off the 2nd half.

67th minutes of the match;

The ball with Maguire. He then passed the ball to Matić. Matić runs with the ball before passed it to Rashford. Rashford then runs with the ball at the left flank before passed it through to Danny. Danny then shoots the ball into the net to complete his hattrick.

"YOU'RE THE BEST, LITTLE BROTHER!!!" cried Becky.

"I'm glad he decided to leave his favourite club to come here. He's proved that he's still on form after all", said Mr Quinn.

"That's true. He had shown Pellegrini that he's thousand times better than Haller", said Becky.

89th minutes of the match;

Manchester United gets a corner kick. After the referee blew his whistle, Danny crossed the ball into the penalty box before Rashford hits the ball with a header to give The Red Devils the 4th goals in the match. Later, the referee blew his whistle for the full time score Manchester United 4-0 Norwich City.

Bạn đang đọc truyện trên: AzTruyen.Top