Two days later, Zhou Buqi, accompanied by David Gill and San Dezi, met David Dunn in London.

He has left his position at Red and White and is looking for a new career direction.

Although he has reached retirement age, he still can't take any time off.

Before that, he was investigating a new project-Eagle Eye.

"Eagle Eye?" Zhou Buqi was a little surprised, "Which Eagle Eye?"

David Dunn said: "It's the Hawk-Eye technology that's been used in tennis."

"oh!"

Zhou Buqi's eyebrows were pleasantly surprised, and he felt that he had discovered another direction of combining technology and football.

David Dunn really does have a bit of a reformist look. Such an old man is sitting in a coffee shop, and there is no trace of staleness in him. "The principle of Eagle Eye technology is actually not complicated. It just uses 8-10 high-speed cameras.

Four computers and large screens form a system that uses high-speed cameras to view images from different

The basic data of the flight trajectory of the tennis ball is captured at the same time from different angles. These data are then generated into a three-dimensional image through computer calculation. Finally, real-time imaging technology is used to clearly show the movement route and landing point of the tennis ball on the large screen. The whole process is very fast. In the past few years,

It was used in tennis matches last year and the effect is very good."

Sandoko smiled and said: "Indeed, for a sport that rarely changes its traditions, this is a very big progress. The technological revolution ensures the fairness and justice of the game."

"That's right." David Dunn nodded, "Hawkeye technology can be applied to tennis matches, and of course there is reason to apply it to football matches. The goal-line mystery in football matches has been going on for decades, which makes

A lot of teams felt it was unfair."

Zhou Buqi said with a smile: "Mr. Dunn plans to extend the Hawkeye technology to football match broadcasts?"

David Dunn said: "The development of the world comes from the progress of science and technology, and of course the progress of sports. In fact, it was the Hawkeye team who contacted me. This technology has achieved sensational success in tennis matches and has been well received by fans and the market.

Cheers. They plan to push this technology to expand to more fields, such as badminton, volleyball, and football."

Even without foresight, Zhou Buqi could still feel the development of all walks of life brought about by the technological revolution, including football. He slowly said: "This is indeed a technology that can be developed in depth. Through ball path tracking,

technology and goal-line technology to provide officiating, production, video management, broadcast and digital solutions to make the game fairer, safer and more engaging."

David Dunn gave a thumbs up and praised: "Accurate!"

"I like this technology." Zhou Buqi smiled, "So... Mr. Dunn, what is your choice? Will you join Eagle Eye Company?"

"this……"

David Dunn is in a bit of a dilemma.

If given the choice, of course he would be willing to join Ziweixing.

Eagle Eye is just a small company in the UK. It currently has just over 20 employees and cannot make ends meet. This company has been around for seven or eight years. It is a sophisticated technology that combines software and hardware. Over the years, it has not found an application scenario.

, and finally promoted it to tennis matches.

Even in order to open up this market, they initially provided services for tennis matches for free, just to prove to the world the power of this technology.

Since last year, Hawkeye has officially signed a series of contracts with the International Tennis Association, and has official income. But it is still negligible, and is much different from the size of Ziweixing.

Another point is that David Dunn’s passion is football. He is not interested in sports such as badminton, tennis, volleyball, and basketball. But in order to gain profits, Hawkeye must expand the market as much as possible.

The technology is extended to more sports events not related to football.

Zhou Buqi didn't know the inside story and said with a smile: "Ziweixing has established a digital media company specifically related to sports and football in the UK and will maintain independent operations. If possible, I hope Mr. Dunn can come over and serve as the international football strategy

The position of Committee Chairman.”

The so-called chairman of the International Football Strategy Committee is a false title.

It sounds nice, but in fact it has no power.

Equivalent to a consultant.

David Dunn is getting older and it is difficult for him to be responsible for too much business, so he is asked to use his past connections in football to help Ziweixing Digital Media Company connect people in business promotion and do some "strategic" promotion.

Just fine.

Hawkeye Company offered him a similar position.

David Gill saw him hesitating and was a little confused, "David, what's the problem? Join Ziweixing and you will continue to be engaged in the football industry. Their primary goal is to unify the official websites of European football clubs

, reducing operating expenses and improving the user experience of the official website, this is a good thing for football, and its practical significance is no worse than that of Hawkeye."

David Dunn sighed, "It's a pity, it's a bit late."

"Um?"

"Just a few days ago, I have promised Hawkeye that I am willing to help them for free to help them promote Hawkeye technology in the broadcast of Premier League games."

Although he has retired, David Dunn's influence in football has not faded, especially in the Premier League. Back then, it was he who single-handedly promoted reforms and turned the English League One into the Premier League.

The change from English League One to the Premier League is not just a change in name. It is a transformation from a competitive league to a commercial league. In the past, English League One was extremely ugly and could be called the ugliest game among the five major leagues, far from it.

Opponents in the Bundesliga, La Liga and Serie A, including strong teams such as Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool, all play the traditional British style of playing high and high, with long passes and lobs.

After becoming the Premier League, a series of reforms were launched to guide each team to develop in the direction of "beautiful football". The best among them was of course David Dunn, who brought Wenger to Arsenal from Japan.

, became a team with the best playing style in the Premier League. The ratings and attention gradually increased.

Later, the Premier League surpassed the Bundesliga, Serie A, La Liga, and Ligue 1 and became the most beautiful league in Europe. These changes are inseparable from the efforts of David Dunn.

Now, he is so excited that he wants to take the lead in promoting Hawkeye technology to the Premier League.

Zhou Buqi said quickly: "Mr. Dunn, Ziweixing will not ask you to work for free, we are willing to give..." He really hadn't thought about the specific salary.

After taking one look at David Gill, he said: "The annual salary will not be less than 850,000 pounds."

David Gill is the executive vice chairman and CEO of Manchester United. His salary is 850,000 pounds. This is the highest salary for managers in football, and David Dunn must be satisfied with it.

"It's not a matter of money." David Dunn waved his hand. He was a businessman and was worth hundreds of millions of pounds. He was not short of money at all. "I have already agreed to Hawkeye."

David Gill advised: "How about... part-time job? You are just a consultant at Hawkeye, right?"

"Well." David Dunn was a little moved, "We can communicate with Hawkeye, if they agree..."

At his level, the most important thing is to do something practical and contribute some residual energy to the development of the football industry. This is out of love and the realization of self-worth.

Zhou Buqi waved his hand and said decisively: "Whether they agree or not, Mr. Dunn, the position of chairman of Ziweixing's International Football Strategy Committee belongs to you!"

David Dunn smiled and shook his head, "Boy, you can't break your promise to others."

Zhou Buqi smiled and said: "I won't let you break your promise. What I care about most is the spirit of the contract."

"Um?"

David Dunn didn't quite understand.

As a confidant, San Dezi had already understood. He curled his lips slightly and said: "Ziweixing is a big company, and Mr. Zhou's love for football is as much as any of us. Ziweixing is a technology company, since Eagle Eye Technology also

It is conducive to the development of the football industry, and it is facing the dilemma of being unable to make ends meet and not being market-oriented enough, so why not merge?"

"merge?"

David Dunn was stunned for a moment.

David Gill was also astonished and stared at Santoku. How can you say such nonsense? What is your identity? What is the situation of Eagle Eye Company? I have never investigated it. How can I just buy it?

Unexpectedly, San Dezi's words completely confirmed Boss Zhou's thoughts. He said eloquently: "Ziweixing established a digital media operation company with the purpose of promoting the technical development of football, which will touch every area of ​​football change.

It is not only the overall command of the official website, but also data analysis, which can provide analysis reports for events, clubs, agents, fans, gambling and other industries. It can even... In short, I am very optimistic about Hawkeye technology, which is very consistent with Ziweixing.

The strategic positioning of the digital media company.”

"Really want to buy it?"

David Dunn is incredible.

He is also a businessman. At this age, I have never seen anyone doing business like this. Hawkeye's skills are indeed good and he has made great progress in tennis events. He has all the reasons to push into the football field.

But...but this is too hasty?

Are you going to buy a company based on just a few words from me?

What a madman!

Zhou Buqi had such great career achievements at his age. He was used to it and said with a smile: "Mr. Dunn, you are the consultant of Eagle Eye Company. I respect your commitment. At the same time, I also hope that you can

Ziweixing Digital Media Company serves as the chairman of the International Football Strategy Committee. The merger of the two companies is the best choice and will not be difficult for all parties."

David Dunn shook his head, "Although Hawkeye Company is not yet profitable, they have performed very well in tennis events. If they want to acquire it... the price will not be too low."

Zhou Buqi was very calm, "I know what's going on."

How much is a small British company worth?

With Ziweixing's strength, he can eat it at will.

One of the important reasons why Europe is the back garden of Silicon Valley giants is that European technology companies have basically been swallowed up by Silicon Valley giants. Companies like Microsoft and Google acquire a technology company in Europe almost every day.

Companies. For example, Google’s famous artificial intelligence project AlphaGo is actually a British company.

Very cheap!
Chapter completed!