Shandong Taishan has been working hard to prepare for the upcoming winter training, and there is also a clear answer regarding head coach Choi Kang-hee's future with the team for the new season. Choi Kang-hee's performance last season in the Chinese Super League (CSL) and the FA Cup was average, leading many fans to believe he should be replaced. However, Choi Kang-hee still has a contract with Taishan, and the club is unwilling to pay his breach of contract fee in advance. Therefore, it is not a problem for Choi Kang-hee to stay with Taishan.
At the same time, Buyu Lang, who was heavily cultivated by Choi Kang-hee last season, has become a new national team player. Ivankovic included Buyu Lang in the national team's first training list for the new year. Buyu Lang is the only post-04 star that Choi Kang-hee particularly favored after taking over Taishan, giving him stable playing time. The saying "Opportunities are reserved for those who are prepared" applies equally to Buyu Lang.
During the away match against Shenzhen Xinpengcheng, Buyu Lang had an outstanding performance and scored his first goal in the CSL. His potential-filled performance for Taishan caught the attention of national team coach Ivankovic. Ivankovic highly appreciates Buyu Lang's abilities and gave him the opportunity to join the national team. Many fans were delighted for Buyu Lang.
Before joining the national team, Buyu Lang had already signed a new contract with Taishan. It is believed that Choi Kang-hee would be thrilled to see his protégé fulfill his dream of becoming a national team player for the first time. However, Buyu Lang did not become arrogant or complacent; instead, he maintained a calm mindset. Buyu Lang hopes to perform well during the national team's winter training and strive to enter the 26-man squad for the away match against Saudi Arabia as soon as possible.
Additionally, Buyu Lang looks forward to more stable playing time in the 2025 season. Taishan needs to complete the transition between old and new players in the 2025 season, and new stars like Buyu Lang will be entrusted with important responsibilities, becoming the core of the team's front line. It is believed that as long as Buyu Lang can continue his excellent performance in the new season, achieving these two goals will only be a matter of time, and he is worth the fans' anticipation.