Yu Genwei's keen eye for talent has struck again, as the Chinese Super League (CSL) welcomes another Spanish third-tier silver boot winner, who is expected to be on par with the level of Wu Lei in the CSL. Many have said that Wu Lei plays at a foreign player level in the CSL, and now Tianjin Jinmen Tiger has indeed found a Spanish import with many similarities to Wu Lei!
According to Spanish media reports, 29-year-old Spanish forward Kiles will join Tianjin Jinmen Tiger, with a value identical to Wu Lei's current worth of 1.2 million euros. He boasts impressive reactions and speed, outstanding finishing ability, and can play both centrally and out wide, offering great value for money. Although he has previously only played in the second and third tiers of Spanish football, several details indicate that he could be a strong contender for the CSL Golden Boot.
His greatest career achievement was winning the Spanish third-tier league, securing one silver boot and one bronze boot in the Xijiajia, scoring an astonishing 34 goals over two seasons. Previously, Wu Lei mentioned that the level of the CSL is comparable to the third tier of Spanish football. As a silver boot winner in the Xijiajia, it is highly anticipated whether Kiles can achieve similar success in the CSL.
Currently, he is playing in the Segunda División B, where he scored 10 goals last season with 3 assists, and this season he has already achieved 6 goals and 2 assists in just half a season. These statistics are quite impressive, especially considering that Wu Lei also played one season in the Segunda División B for Espanyol, where he managed only 2 goals and 2 assists. Kiles' performance in both the Segunda División B and Xijiajia demonstrates his capability to handle the challenges of the CSL.
It must be said that Tianjin Jinmen Tiger has always had a unique perspective on recruitment, including the acquisition of Companio last season, who became a significant asset in the CSL. Will Yu Genwei's latest signing, a top scorer from Spain's lower leagues, become the next Wu Lei in the CSL? We eagerly await the answer! (Lao Qiu)