If Li Ang's teammates were initially reluctant to let him go and hoped that he would stay, that hope vanished completely after the Ineos Grenadiers Team came into the picture.
Even when they imagined themselves in that scenario, they couldn't find any reason to stay.
That was a team ranked in the top three in the world! Which professional cyclist didn't dream of joining them?
They had the most resources, the best equipment, the most outstanding coaches, and the strongest teammates. Their Macs Team was nowhere close.
Not to mention that the manager of the Ineos Grenadiers Team seemed to value Li Ang highly and had offered better terms than the Movistar Team.
"Thank you both for your recognition, but I refuse," Li Ang replied without much hesitation.
The manager of the Ineos Grenadiers Team shrugged and responded:
"Alright, I respect your decision, but if you change your mind later, you can always contact me. My offer still stands."
