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Negotiations with the sports director – HearSay

Italian A2

Listen to Elena and Matteo talk about contract negotiations in Italian football, exactly like in real life. By the end of this course, you'll be able to follow their conversation easily and be ready to join in yourself.

Lessons

Politely asking for a seat
Elena asks Matteo if the seat next to him is free, and the two talk about the hustle and bustle in the hotel.
Introducing yourself and asking about jobs
Elena and Matteo introduce themselves to each other and talk about how they spend their free time and what they do for a living.
Explaining the reason for a trip
Matteo tells Elena that his nephew Luca is upstairs in the hotel negotiating with the sports director of a football club.
Talking about famous people
Elena recognises Matteo's nephew as a player for her favourite club from Bari and talks to Matteo about his goals.
Discussing contract terms
Elena asks about the sports director's contract offer and guesses that the young player is meant to go out on loan in his first year.
Weighing pros and cons
Matteo worries about his nephew being sent out on loan, while Elena explains the benefits of getting more match practice.
Giving advice on negotiations
Elena asks about the salary and advises Matteo to ask for a higher offer during negotiations.
Explaining motives and behavior
Matteo explains to Elena why he is waiting in the lobby and describes his nephew's stubborn character.
Estimating how long events take
Elena asks how long the meeting will take and interprets a long negotiation as a good sign for Matteo's nephew.
Talking about your daily work routine
Elena tells Matteo about her night shifts at the hospital and how she follows football news during her breaks there.
Discussing deadlines and consequences
Elena explains the time pressure before the transfer window closes and convinces Matteo that a loan deal is the safer option.
Setting conditions for agreements
Elena recommends that Matteo insist on a contract clause ensuring his nephew plays regularly at a suitable club.
Passing on messages and giving encouragement
Matteo gets a message from his nephew and admits to Elena that he's nervous before his meeting with the director.
Summarising key priorities
Elena gives Matteo some final advice for his meeting and says a warm goodbye.

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