Translation of the article content into English: The year 2024 has come to a close, and 2025 has begun. Looking back at the past two months since the end of the season, all 16 teams in the Chinese Super League (CSL) have been subject to various transfer rumors. However, only a few of these have been officially announced, with the majority remaining unconfirmed. This article compiles the transfer rumors of each CSL team over the past two months for entertainment purposes only; they do not reflect actual confirmed information. In this context, "Incoming" represents potential signings, confirmed signings, or possible loan moves. "Outgoing" refers to potential departures, confirmed departures, or possible loan outs. Retired players are listed separately. Shanghai Port: Incoming: Vital, Tomorrow, Tao Qianglong, Liu Ruofan. Outgoing: Oscar, Bargas, Citadini, William, Liu Zhurun, He Guan, Li Shenyuan (retired). Shanghai Shenhua: Incoming: Minero, Wang Shilong. Outgoing: Malele, Cao Yunding (retired), Jin Yangyang, Xu Yougang, Wen Jiabao, Fernandinho, Zhang Wei, Dai Weijun, Xie Pengfei, Ma Zhen. Chengdu Rongcheng: Incoming: Han Pengfei, Liu Dianzuo, Liao Lisheng, Li Ke, Xie Pengfei, Wu Xiaohai. Outgoing: Yang Yiming, Geng Xiaofeng, Yang Fan, Zhang Yan, Yan Dinghao, Palacios. Beijing Guoan: Incoming: Setien (Head Coach), Serginho, Yan Dinghao, Yuan Mincheng, Liao Yangyang, Wu Shaocong, Biella. Outgoing: Yu Dabao (retired), Adebenro, Engardu/Mamadou (one of the two), Duan Dezhi, Jiang Wenhao, Li Boxi, Zhang Chengdong, Li Ke. Shandong Taishan: Incoming: Madruga. Outgoing: Marcel, Pato, Leonardo, Jadeson, Song Long, Tong Lei, Sun Guowen, Liao Lisheng, He Xiaoke, Zhao Jianfei, Duan Liuyu, Han Rongze, Ji Xiang, Fernandinho (to be determined). Tianjin…

The winter transfer window for the Chinese Super League (CSL) is about to open, and Beijing Guoan has made a "big move" in anticipation. Last season, under the leadership of Portuguese coach Suarez, Guoan finished fourth in the league, missing out on the AFC Champions League, and was left behind by the top two teams, Shanghai Port and Shanghai Shenhua, causing concern among the club's management. At this critical juncture, changing coaches became inevitable. Setien, who once coached Barcelona, quickly took office. Upon his arrival, he demonstrated a bold style, putting five players, including Yu Dabao and Li Ke, on the list for transfer, which sparked heated discussions among fans. Among those being transferred, captain Yu Dabao is a meritorious veteran with a glorious record. In the 2024 season, he played 16 times, scoring 2 goals and providing 1 assist. Versatile enough to play as both a forward and center-back, he is known as the team's "jack-of-all-trades," ready to fill any position needed. Everyone had hoped he would retire peacefully at Guoan, but after his contract expired, he was let go by the new coach, and there are even rumors that he might retire. Fans are reluctant to see him go, and the topic "Saving Yu Dabao's Career" has gained significant online attention. They reminisce about his past highlights, such as his passionate celebrations after scoring decisive goals, which remain unforgettable to this day. Zhang Chengdong, on the other hand, played 12 games last season with less impressive statistics, but his fighting spirit on the field was evident to all.…

The 2025 season of the Chinese Super League (CSL) will kick off with its first round of matches from February 21st to 23rd. The winter transfer window will be open between January 6th and February 18th. All CSL teams are actively seeking cost-effective domestic and foreign players to enhance their performance in the new season. Among the 16 teams preparing for the CSL, five have either already changed or are about to change their head coaches. Beijing Guoan was the first team to announce a coaching change. On the 10th of last month, after nearly 544 days in charge, [Suarez] stepped down, and he was replaced by [Setien] from Spain. However, the first phase of the team's winter training was conducted by an assistant coach, and Setien is expected to join the team next week. Beijing Guoan will face a busy schedule this year, participating in three competitions, making squad reinforcement a necessity. Wuhan Three Towns announced the departure of their most high-profile coach in club history, [Ricardo], who had been in charge for 344 days and has since returned to Japan. The team has not yet officially announced their new coach, but it is rumored that Portuguese [Felipe Martins] will take over. He is also expected to bring two foreign players to China, reducing the time needed to select foreign talent. In the new season, Wuhan Three Towns faces a rebuilding of their lineup, aiming for relegation survival after a period of low morale and high expectations. Zhejiang announced the departure of [Jordi], who had coached the team for…

After a long absence, Qingdao native coach Li Xiaopeng has made a decision that has garnered widespread attention in the football world - he is set to return to Qingdao Hainiu. For him, this is akin to a homecoming journey. During the 2024 season, he had served as the coach of Hainiu, and despite facing challenges at the time, it laid the groundwork for his current return. Now, after his contract with Cangzhou Lions expired, he decisively chose to return to his hometown team and once again take on the responsibility. His series of actions upon returning to Qingdao have drawn significant attention. Li Xiaopeng's return has caused quite a stir, as he plans to bring in a batch of reinforcements from his former club, Shandong Taishan. It is said that Li Xiaopeng wants to recruit three former national team players, Song Long, Duan Liu Yu, and Liu Binbin, under his wing. They were all very important players for Taishan, with Song Long having rich experience on the flanks and a tight defense; Duan Liu Yu achieving fame at a young age, outstanding football intelligence, and great talent in midfield orchestration; Liu Binbin possessing explosive power and lightning speed. However, taking these players will not be an easy task. The club management has explicitly stated that they are cautious about the transfers of these players, and there are even insiders revealing that they are prepared to offer them salary increases for renewals, aiming to keep them. But Li Xiaopeng will not give up easily. Relying on his past relationships with…

Recently, the transfer strategy of Tianjin Tigers has attracted considerable attention from fans, especially after news emerged that they are continuing to scout players from Shanghai Shenhua. Discussions among fans have been lively and varied. This approach may seem clichéd, but upon closer examination, it is indeed a relatively stable method—acquiring talented players from nearby competitors not only strengthens one's own team but also weakens the opponent's strength, making for a significant move. Moreover, Tianjin Tigers' current transfers aim not only to deepen their squad but also specifically target several promising players. Let's take a look at their transfer ideas and objectives. Speaking of Tianjin Tigers' transfer strategy, everyone might know that this team has consistently supplemented their lineup through loan transfers from other clubs, particularly Shanghai Shenhua, over the past few years. This is a painstaking effort—ensuring the players' abilities while avoiding excessive transfer fees, which can be considered a very shrewd operation. This strategy seems to have achieved good results in the past few seasons. For example, Zhang Wei joined Tianjin Tigers through this method. Zhang Wei, who should be familiar to everyone, was very eye-catching at Hebei China Fortune earlier, with domestic golden boots and goals galore, he was simply a star on the scoring charts. His performance left a deep impression on many fans, and he was even seen as a potential mainstay for the future national team. After joining Shenhua, Zhang Wei seemed unable to fully maintain his previous fiery form and gradually became a substitute player. It may be that Shenhua's tactical system did…

Shandong Taishan FC is making strategic adjustments following a period of contention with the Cui Kangxi coaching team. This off-season has seen significant personnel changes, with multiple players either transferring or retiring, providing the team with more room for adjustment. The strategic shifts from foreign to domestic players are particularly evident, with the club leveraging its relationship with Brazilian sports to implement changes in foreign player recruitment. Additionally, the plan to rely on the domestic training program at Luneng Football School is taking shape. Currently, it appears that the scale of domestic player acquisitions for Shandong Taishan will shrink significantly, and in extreme cases, they may not make any new signings at all. At least for now, all the domestic players nominated by Cui Kangxi have been rejected. Regardless of who the head coach is next season, young players are expected to receive more opportunities. Looking solely at the current player reserves, several players should enter the Chinese Super League's radar next season. If not for the National Games, this scale would likely be even larger. However, even with the National Games, the rise of young players should still be evident. At present, there are at least five players worth looking forward to. The most anticipated are the defensive duo of Shi Songchen and Peng Xiao, who are also the two core central defenders of the national youth team. Fans familiar with Shandong Taishan know that the team's domestic training program has been most lacking in central defenders over the years. Luneng Football School has not produced a national-level central…

With former Barcelona coach Setien officially taking over the reins of Beijing Guoan, the new season of this veteran powerhouse in the Chinese Super League has become highly anticipated. However, although Beijing Guoan has started the first phase of winter training, coach Setien has not yet officially taken office. He will only officially take up his post when the second phase of Beijing Guoan's winter training begins. Although Setien has not yet officially taken office, Beijing Guoan's winter transfer work is also in full swing. According to famous football journalist Yang Tianying, in order to further upgrade the squad, Beijing Guoan will inevitably introduce some plug-and-play tough players. And according to reports from many domestic media outlets, as of now, Beijing Guoan has already secured three national team-level new signings. These three national team-level new signings who are about to join Beijing Guoan are Wu Shaocong, Serginho, and Wei Zhen. These three national team-level players have become the top targets for Beijing Guoan to strengthen their squad during the winter window. Their joining will undoubtedly greatly enhance Beijing Guoan's competitiveness in the new season. Wu Shaocong, a young defender in the prime of his career, has been struggling on European fields in recent years. From being a mainstay in the Turkish Super League to gaining experience in the Polish league, Wu Shaocong's football career has been filled with ups and downs and challenges. Although his performance in the Polish league has not yet reached its peak, Wu Shaocong's potential and strength have long been widely recognized within the industry. Now,…

After entering the winter break, Shandong Taishan has been quiet in the transfer market. However, the latest news from the Chinese Super League (CSL) transfer market indicates that Shandong Taishan will not agree to the return of Leonardo, the CSL Golden Boot winner, after his loan period expires. Instead, they will hand over this Brazilian powerhouse to their CSL rivals, Zhejiang FC, selling him outright to complete a permanent transfer. For Shandong Taishan, giving away such a powerful forward, who has consistently ranked high in the CSL scoring charts over multiple seasons, is indeed a very foolish decision. This decision not only confuses and puzzles the fans of Shandong Taishan but also adds uncertainty to the competitive landscape of the new CSL season. Leonardo, since joining the CSL, has quickly become a shining star on the field with his excellent physical qualities, precise shooting skills, and keen sense of goal. He has solid physical attributes and comprehensive abilities. As a striker, he possesses strong dominance within the penalty area, demonstrating high efficiency and threat whether it's heading or poaching at the feet. What's more valuable is that Leonardo is not just a "rough player" who relies solely on physical conditions. His positional awareness on the field, his understanding and coordination with teammates, as well as his calmness in handling the ball in critical moments, make him an indispensable core force in the team's offensive end. Looking back at Leonardo's performance during his loan spell with Zhejiang FC in the last two seasons since leaving Shandong Taishan, he undoubtedly proved his…

The Chinese Super League transfer market has once again been set into turmoil. With Oscar officially bidding farewell to Shanghai Port and joining Brazilian club Sao Paulo, the departure of this Brazilian star who has played in the CSL for many years not only leaves Port without a key player but also drops a bombshell on the entire league landscape. Oscar's departure is like a huge stone thrown into a calm lake. Although Port was prepared, it is still difficult for them to find a player who can completely replace his role in a short period of time. Even with a top salary offer of 3 million euros, it remains a challenging task to attract a foreign aid of comparable strength to Oscar in the current football market environment. As various teams are gearing up and actively preparing for the new season, an unexpected message comes from Shandong Taishan. This old-fashioned powerhouse not only has no new signings but is also facing the dilemma of important players leaving en masse. The team's "four pillars" - Liao Lisheng, Jadson, Tong Lei, and Pato - may all leave during this winter window. Most notably, there is Liao Lisheng's future. The renewal negotiations between this national team's main defensive midfielder and Taishan have reached an impasse. In the current CSL, excellent domestic midfielders are a rare resource. Henan originally had their sights set on the golden duo of Liao Lisheng and Zhang Xiaobin, but Zhang has already chosen to join Shenzhen New Pengcheng. For Liao Lisheng, Chengdu Rongcheng's contract offer is very attractive.…

With the conclusion of the season, Beijing Guoan failed to secure the league championship as they had hoped, finishing only in fourth place. However, this did not hinder their progress towards a higher stage. With this ranking, Guoan qualified for the AFC Champions League, and next season they will face the challenge of competing on three fronts: the Chinese Super League (CSL), the Chinese FA Cup, and the AFC Champions League. To prepare for this, Guoan has been particularly busy during the off-season, dealing with the renewal of veteran players' contracts while actively recruiting new talent to enhance the team's overall strength. During this crucial off-season, several veterans within the Guoan squad, including core players such as Yu Dabao, Zhang Xizhe, and Wang Gang, have seen their contracts expire. The decision regarding whether these veterans stay or leave has become a significant challenge for the team management. These veterans have not only contributed immensely to the team but also carry the deep affection of Guoan fans. However, for the sake of the team's rejuvenation and long-term development, Guoan must make choices between sentiment and reality. After considerable effort, Guoan announced four key signings on December 30th, injecting new vitality into the team's future. Among them, Zhang Xizhe completed a two-year contract extension with Guoan, which will continue until the end of 2026 and includes an extension clause. Wang Gang and Chi Zhongguo renewed their contracts for one year, making significant salary reductions to demonstrate their loyalty and sacrifice to the team. Additionally, young player Bai Yang also chose to renew…