With the opening of the winter transfer window, teams in the Chinese Super League (CSL) are strengthening their squads for the new season. Beijing Guoan, with its lofty ambitions, is no exception.
Recently, domestic media brought exciting news to Beijing Guoan fans. It is reported that the previously rumored foreign midfielder, Dawan, has successfully arrived in Haikou and appeared at the Mission Hills Hotel where Guoan is staying. This news undoubtedly thrilled the fans, as it means that this powerful midfielder joining Beijing Guoan is only a matter of time.
Since Li Ke's departure, Guoan's midfield has been somewhat stretched. Veteran Chi Zhongguo, though experienced, is getting older and cannot hold up this key position alone. Therefore, reinforcing the midfield and finding a strong midfielder to replace Li Ke and complement Chi Zhongguo became an urgent issue for Guoan during this winter window. The arrival of Dawa provides the best solution to this problem.
Dawa previously played for Gamba Osaka in Japan's J-League. Over the past three seasons, he has made 114 appearances, scoring 14 goals, showing stable and efficient performance. In the recently concluded 2024 season, Dawa reached the peak of his career. He averaged 2.2 clearances, 0.8 interceptions, 1.3 tackles, and 3.9 recoveries per game, which are undoubtedly top-level defensive statistics in the CSL. More importantly, while maintaining high-efficiency defense, Dawa also demonstrated excellent offensive capabilities, with an average rating of 7.04, ranking ninth among all J-League midfielders, making him the core of Gamba Osaka's midfield.
It is worth noting that in the past three seasons, Dawa has never received a red card in any match. Such stable and efficient defensive performance, without a single red card record, is absolutely unique in terms of defensive ability and professional conduct in the CSL. Dawa's joining will significantly enhance Guoan's midfield defensive strength and interception ability, providing a more solid guarantee for the team's backline.
In addition to Dawa, Beijing Guoan also introduced Serginho, a versatile midfielder, during the winter transfer window. Serginho's addition will further enhance Guoan's frontcourt creativity, forming a formidable attacking combination with Zhang Xizhe, Zhang Yuning, Fabio, and other attackers. It can be foreseen that with the dual protection of the perfect midfielder Dawa and the powerful attacker Serginho, coupled with the support of world-renowned coach Setien, Beijing Guoan's attacking power in the new CSL season will be greatly enhanced, becoming one of the strongest contenders for the new season's CSL championship. Finally, we look forward to Beijing Guoan bringing surprises to Chinese football fans in the new season.