Recently, according to the well-known Turkish media kurtulusgazetesi, in order to strengthen their forward line, the veteran powerhouse of the Chinese Super League (CSL), Shandong Taishan, has developed a strong interest in the 32-year-old forward Aboubakar, who is currently playing for Hatayspor in the Turkish Super League. This news quickly fermented in both the CSL and the Turkish Super League, sparking heated discussions among fans and the media.
Aboubakar, this Cameroonian international, has long been famous in the football world. His illustrious career includes not only the glory of representing the Cameroon national team in multiple World Cups but also experiences playing for several top European clubs. From the 2010 South Africa World Cup to the 2014 Brazil World Cup, and then the 2022 Qatar World Cup, Aboubakar has always been an important member of the Cameroon team, showcasing the unique speed and strength of African players, as well as his excellent goal-scoring instincts.
However, despite his commendable performances on the international stage, Aboubakar's form has shown a noticeable decline in this season's Turkish Super League. As a forward for Hatayspor, Aboubakar had an outstanding performance last season when he was still playing for Besiktas. But this season, he has only scored 4 goals and provided 1 assist in the league, which clearly does not match his value and past performances. As a result, he has received much criticism from Chinese fans and the media, who believe that he has not fully adapted to the team and cannot provide enough help to the team.
Despite this, Shandong Taishan still shows a strong interest in Aboubakar. As a CSL club with a long history and glorious achievements, Shandong Taishan has always been committed to introducing high-level foreign aid to enhance the team's strength. They are well aware that in the increasingly competitive CSL, to achieve good results, they must have outstanding players. And Aboubakar is just the ideal candidate in their eyes.
According to Turkish media reports, Shandong Taishan takes this transfer seriously and formally. They not only carefully studied Aboubakar's technical characteristics and game data but also made detailed inquiries about his physical condition and contract situation. Shandong Taishan believes that although Aboubakar's performance has declined this season, his experience and strength are still remarkable. As a player with rich international competition experience, Aboubakar can bring goals and victories to the team at critical moments. At the same time, his arrival can also provide valuable experience and guidance for the team's young players, helping them grow faster.
As a Cameroonian international, Aboubakar has extensive connections and influence in the African football world. His joining can not only enhance the team's reputation and influence in the African region but also provide more help and support for the team in future international competitions. As a 32-year-old veteran, Aboubakar knows that his career is nearing its end. Therefore, he hopes to continue challenging and improving himself in a new environment and bring more goals and victories to the fans. The limited competitiveness of the CSL Taishan is undoubtedly his best choice.