With the coaching of Setien, there have been reports that Beira is expected to return to Guoan. On one hand, Guoan signing Setien was influenced by Beira, and Setien is also familiar with Beira. It is judged that their cooperation is not impossible.
On the other hand, as an old player, Beira has feelings for Guoan. He has left a deep impression on Guoan fans in the past. If it weren't for Beira's injury, Guoan might have won the league championship in the 2019 season. Therefore, many fans hope that Beira can return and continue the previous relationship.
The latest news shows: "Beira received an offer from Guoan and is considering returning." However, this information is not true, and Guoan did not actually extend an invitation to Beira. Let's look at the reasons in detail:
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He is no longer in his prime state. Born in October 1989, Beira has just turned 35 years old. In 2019, he was less than 30 and at the peak of his career. Over the past six years, the player has experienced injuries, physical skills decline, and a drop in competitive form, which is an indisputable fact. Playing fewer than 20 games a year clearly does not meet the standards of a professional player.
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There is no need for his position. Serginho joined Guoan aiming for the midfield core, which is the attacking midfielder position. Including Zhang Xizhe and others, Guoan is not short of players in this position. At this time, Beira's return may not be as effective as the prime-aged Serginho, so there is no need to create competition in this position.
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Recruitment comes with conditions. Although it is the head coach's responsibility system, Setien's recruitment must meet Guoan's existing financial conditions. Big-name foreign players are expensive, not to mention transfer fees, even salaries are a burden. Therefore, limited funds should not be placed on a nearly 36-year-old veteran.
We understand everyone's feelings and expectations for the return of old friends, but sentiment is sentiment, and business is business. In other words, professional clubs are not incapable of sentiment, but there needs to be a premise, which is to meet the interests of the club, especially during times of financial difficulty, it is even more necessary to "use good steel on the blade." Judging from the situation of personnel leaving, Guoan needs to strengthen its defensive midfield, and fans still have expectations.
For Beira, entering the transition period from player to coach is a wise move. Learning while playing and obtaining a coaching license to lay the foundation for retirement is a wise choice. Who knows, there might be another chance to return to Guoan as a coach. Let's keep the beautiful memories of Beira and wish this old friend of Guoan a smooth future, looking forward to meeting again off the field!