In recent years, the transfer market in Chinese football has attracted significant attention, with the return of some veterans sparking enthusiastic discussions among fans. Recently, 35-year-old Beira announced his desire to return to the field and received invitations from many clubs, with the offer from Beijing Guoan particularly appealing to him. As a renowned player who spent three years with Guoan, Beira is not only very familiar with the Chinese Super League (CSL) environment but also shares a deep mentor-disciple relationship with Guoan's head coach, Setien.
Beira's career began in Spain, where his performances at Las Palmas made him a star player in La Liga. On the La Liga stage, he helped Las Palmas maintain a mid-table position with his excellent skills and stable play, earning a call-up to the Spanish national team. In 2018, at the peak of his career, Beira chose to transfer to Beijing Guoan in the CSL for a transfer fee of 11 million euros, quickly gaining fame in the domestic football circle.
During his three years at Beijing Guoan, Beira's performance was remarkable, with 88 appearances, 30 goals, and 30 assists, making him a core player in the team's attacking line. His time with Guoan allowed him to deeply integrate into the CSL atmosphere and build a strong bond with the club's fans. However, as time went on, Beira decided to leave Guoan in the summer of 2021 and return to Las Palmas in La Liga. Despite his brief stint with Al-Fujairah in the UAE and his current free-agent status, Beira once again yearns to return to the field.
Despite being 35 years old, Beira still maintains his passion and desire for football. He candidly stated, "Every day I wake up, I miss football." For a veteran who has contributed countless memorable moments to the team, his love and desire have not faded. Beira does not want to retire easily but hopes to continue showcasing his abilities on the green field. During the Christmas period, several clubs extended olive branches to Beira, but what moved him most was the invitation from Beijing Guoan.
Beira is familiar with the CSL environment after playing for Guoan for three years, feeling close to the team's management, fan enthusiasm, and atmosphere. More importantly, Guoan's head coach, Setien, was his mentor during his time at Las Palmas. Their mentor-disciple relationship is very profound, with Setien having high praise for Beira's coaching style and personal abilities. In the 2015-16 and 2016-17 seasons, Beira performed outstandingly under Setien's guidance, contributing a total of 16 goals and 16 assists in two years, becoming the core of Las Palmas' attack.
Beira has clearly expressed, "China is a place I like." In his view, the CSL not only provides a platform for him to showcase his abilities but also allows him to enjoy matches while maintaining a high competitive state due to the relatively smaller competitive pressure from the national team and the uniqueness of the football environment. Therefore, his desire to return to the CSL is self-evident.
For Beijing Guoan, Beira's return is undoubtedly a valuable decision. Although Beira is already 35 years old, judging from his career, age seems to have had little impact on his competitive form. His technical skills, experience, and game-reading ability still make him a high-level player. For Guoan, having a player like Beira, who is experienced and strong in attack, will undoubtedly enhance the team's competitiveness, especially in key matches.
In conclusion, Beira's return is not only an important chapter in his personal career but also injects new vitality into Beijing Guoan. Despite entering the later stages of his career, Beira remains full of fighting spirit and hopes to extend his past glory through his efforts. In the upcoming season, fans undoubtedly look forward to seeing this former Guoan star bring exciting performances to the team once again. Beira's story also reminds us that love and passion are the most precious wealth in any career.