Shanghai Port has completed the final piece of the puzzle, and their team lineup remains luxurious, with their overall strength ranking among the top in the Chinese Super League (CSL).
In today's world, people expect a "break-up fee" when ending a relationship, and it seems that football players also have their own version of this concept. Oscar and Balagas waved goodbye, leaving behind a suave figure, while the fans of Shanghai Port could only silently shed tears. Our top scorer, Wu Lei, is injured again, and we won't see him for three months. This is truly adding insult to injury!
What are we going to do this season?
Don't worry!
Shanghai Port has money!
And just like that, several new faces have arrived.
Leonardo, Vital, and Anderson, who made a name for himself in the Korean league.
It's said that Anderson's speed and dribbling skills make him a perfect replica of Balagas 2.0!
And Vital, who was once the core player of the Brazilian Olympic team, is undoubtedly a technical wizard!
These big brothers, can you carry the flag of Shanghai Port? It all depends on you!
Let's talk about Leonardo first. He looks energetic, but can he replace Wu Lei's position? That's still a question mark.
After all, Wu Lei is our precious gem in the CSL!
As for Vital, he's described as an organizing midfielder, which is quite a technical role. We'll see if he can adapt to the rhythm of the CSL.
The most anticipated is Anderson, who was the assist king of the K-League. With such impressive stats, he should be pretty good, right?
It's unlikely that Shanghai Port would field an all-Chinese team. They've allocated the five foreign player spots clearly, with Gustavo, Leonardo, Rusa, Vital, and Anderson forming a lineup that's simply "extravagant beyond belief"!
However, opportunities for local players seem uncertain.
Xu Xin, once the main defensive midfielder for the national team, now can only sit on the bench and munch on sunflower seeds.
I feel sorry for you, brother!
Once Wu Lei recovers from his injury, Leonardo will likely return to the forward line to partner with Gustavo.
Perhaps Muscat might even change the formation from 4-3-3 to 4-4-2, allowing Wu Lei to return to the starting lineup.
By then, Shanghai Port's attacking power will be fierce!
Just thinking about it gets me excited!
Last season's CSL Golden Boot, Silver Boot, and Bronze Boot winners are all in the Shanghai Port team now.
Add to that Anderson, the K-League assist king, and Vital, the former No. 10 of the Brazilian Olympic team, and this setup is simply a "trump card"!
Other teams must be shaking in their boots!
However, we shouldn't speak too soon.
Whether the new players can quickly integrate into the team is a concern.
Injuries are also a significant issue. If any key player gets injured again, it could be troublesome.
Moreover, old rivals like Shenhua and Guoan are not to be underestimated. The championship battle in the new season will undoubtedly be fierce!
Whether this move by Shanghai Port is a "masterstroke" or a "risky gamble," it's hard to say at the moment.
But one thing is certain: the new season of Shanghai Port will definitely be the center of attention!
Go, Shanghai Port!
Charge ahead!