Currently, transfer news from various Chinese Super League clubs is continuous, with the championship contenders receiving the most attention. Some teams have experienced significant player turnover during this "winter window," including Shandong Taishan, who have seen players depart from all three lines, including key players such as national team members Liao LiSheng and Tong Lei. Additionally, two foreign players, Marcelo and Jadson, have left the team, indicating that Shandong Taishan will welcome a new lineup for the 2025 season. One of the tasks for coach Choi Kang-hee's coaching staff is to rebuild the team. However, after Shandong Taishan traveled to Shanghai for winter training, it was discovered that the team only had 19 players, making it impossible to organize even an internal match. Initially, the focus was on physical recovery and preparation, not involving too many tactical aspects. As time progressed, Wakoko and Zeeka returned, along with Crescendo, confirming that the three foreign players would stay, which also refuted rumors of their departure. To maintain the attacking power in midfield and forward positions, Shandong Taishan can rise again. Attention has shifted to the other two spots, with reports suggesting that Lucas from Brazil and DeRuga, a product of the youth training system, are likely to join. The former is more probable, while the latter still has uncertain factors, and Choi Kang-hee's coaching staff's opinion will play a decisive role. In terms of domestic signings, there were previous reports that Tang Chuang, who played for Chengdu Rongcheng, the third-place finisher in the Chinese Super League, was on trial. Although there was…

Heroes Compete in Haikou, Mount Tai Trains in the Cold! Tang Chuang Leaves, No Domestic Reinforcements, Dongti: Choi Kang-hee Reluctant to Play Friendlies Winter training and drills, who wouldn't want to go somewhere warm? Shanghai Port went to Abu Dhabi, while teams like Shanghai Shenhua, Beijing Guoan, Chengdu Rongcheng, Changchun Yatai, Qingdao West Coast, Dalian Yibo, Tianjin Jinmen Tiger, China League One's Nantong Zhiyun, and Chongqing Tongliang Long all went to Haikou. They can easily arrange friendly matches on-site, but Shandong Taishan has moved to the Bund for winter training in the cold! Choi Kang-hee is a "fool"! The relegation-threatened team, Changchun Yatai, won 4-1 against Qingdao West Coast in a friendly match in Haikou. On January 22nd, Yatai will face Chongqing Tongliang Long for their fourth teaching match of the Haikou winter training. Since Li Xiaopeng took over Qingdao Hainiu, players like Hao Junmin and Liu Zhenli joined the coaching staff, strengthening the team and getting back on track. Recently, they completed a friendly match against Shandong Taishan B team, with Hainiu winning 3-0. However, Taishan is training in Shanghai during the winter, and since neither of the Shanghai teams are there, there are "no" opponents. It seems that Taishan's goal for the new season will not be set too high. Some fans jokingly say, "We need to avoid relegation." With old Cui and Jinan Wen L in place, avoiding relegation is not impossible, but the team needs to complete its generational change. Don't just drift along. As an old club in the Chinese Super League, how can you…

Shandong Taishan's foreign aid introduction plan has really excited the fans. In the past season, Taishan's performance in the Chinese Super League and the FA Cup was disappointing - everyone knows the reason for the defeat, which is the low efficiency of foreign aid use. Almost every game, fans watched the team's weak attack, unstable defense, and the performance of foreign aid made people sweat. Therefore, the team management finally made up their minds and started a reshaping plan for the new season. They not only want to maintain strong firepower on the offensive line but also perform major surgery on the defensive line, especially the introduction of foreign aid for the midfield and central defender positions, which have become the top priority this winter window. For Shandong Taishan, retaining three attacking foreign aids - Crescencio, Zeka, and Kazaishvili, is almost the team's must-kill trio. These three can be said to be the most reliable force in Taishan's offensive end last season. In the later stage of the league, it was their super performance that helped Taishan stabilize the competitiveness of the season. Especially Crescencio, who is still the absolute core of the team's offense, his presence makes the opponent's defense like facing a formidable enemy. And Zeka's speed and Kazaishvili's dribbling skills also brought many unexpected sparks of attack to Taishan. To say that their three tacit cooperation is simply like an invincible trio, even if they encounter stronger opponents, they can always find a glimmer of opportunity. Everyone knows that football matches cannot just rely on the singles…

Translation: What's going on with Cuikexing's physical examination? Will he be docked pay for not returning after taking leave? Why does he need to go back to South Korea for a physical examination? Is it an excuse to leave and never return? Can't South Korean health insurance be reimbursed in China? The familiar routine - resigning due to illness. The physical examination didn't go smoothly? What, did the doctor doing the ECG take leave? A foreigner travels thousands of miles to China, what do they want? They're old, so why can't they go back to their home country for treatment? Old Cui, before you leave, take Bi Jinzhao and Pato with you. You can't just leave by yourself! This team is called a powerhouse, but the management is really chaotic. I'm quite angry; I was deceived by the cultural tourism industry. I thought I married into a wealthy family, but it turned out to be a fallen one. He's been back in South Korea for a few days now and hasn't led training since this week. Two weeks is probably a conservative estimate. After all, Taishan is a powerhouse team, and fans are likely unsatisfied with this performance. Those calling for Cuikexing to step down, come forward. Do you even understand football? Do you watch matches? It's the cultural tourism industry's fault; why should Cuikexing bear the blame? Cuikexing and Fernandinho can only keep one, and it seems the club still wants to keep Fernandinho at the end of the year. This year, the players have recovered from injuries, but…

The article discusses the recent developments in the Chinese Super League (CSL) involving the Shandong Taishan Football Club and its coach, Choi Kang-hee. The team suffered a 0-6 defeat, leading to the implementation of military-style management under Choi's leadership. Two veteran players, Ji Xiang and Song Long, were reportedly forced to leave the team after being barred from training and gym facilities. Additionally, there was mention of a motorcycle being sent away without significant conflict. The article reflects on the complex relationships within the CSL, where experienced players often remain until their mid-thirties without much turnover. Younger players between the ages of 12 and 18 struggle to find opportunities to rise through the ranks or play in matches. The author suggests that only by implementing new policies to reduce the number of foreign players can these issues be resolved. There is also discussion about the physical toll on the team, with injuries plaguing the squad since the beginning of the year. The author expresses frustration with the situation, referring to Choi as a "master manipulator among manipulators." The article questions the contract situation between Choi and the club, suggesting that unless certain conditions are met, it would be difficult to terminate the contract early. There is speculation about Choi's potential return if the team performs well in upcoming matches. The author also compares Choi's training methods to those of another coach, Magath, who did not experience widespread injuries despite intense training. There is criticism of the current training approach, which some believe is outdated and has led to numerous injuries.…

In order to achieve outstanding results and stand out in the new season of the Chinese Super League, various teams are currently pushing forward with winter training with great enthusiasm. Clubs with strong financial resources have decisively gone overseas for training, hoping to reach international advanced training models and have opportunities to compete with high-level teams; while clubs with relatively insufficient funds can only conduct winter training domestically. China has a vast territory with significant climate differences across regions, becoming extremely cold during winter. Therefore, teams conducting domestic winter training mostly choose warm and comfortable southern locations. Places like Hainan and Guangdong are highly favored by many teams, becoming their top choices. These areas not only have pleasant climates but also come equipped with complete and well-maintained training facilities. Before the friendly match against the Sea Cows team unfolded, Brazil Sports was in high spirits, achieving consecutive victories in four matches, with the players' competitive state being exceptionally good. In this match, Brazil Sports maintained its strong offensive momentum. As soon as the whistle blew, they charged towards Qingdao Seacows with an overwhelming force, unleashing fierce attacks. Unexpectedly, it was Qingdao Seacows who first broke the deadlock and scored a goal. During an excellent counter-attack, the experienced 35-year-old veteran Song Long, relying on his keen observation skills and outstanding ability to seize opportunities accumulated from years of playing, quickly seized the fleeting opportunity and decisively shot, successfully sending the ball into the opponent's goal, allowing the Seacows to temporarily take the lead with a score of 1-0. The MVP of…

On January 19th, Beijing time, Shandong media reported that six national team players from the Taishan team had completed their training camp and were heading to Shanghai. The media also reported that Bi Jinzhao, who failed his trial with another team, returned to Shanghai to follow his mentor Cui Kangxi. After becoming a player that the Shandong Taishan team found difficult to transfer in the new season, this versatile center forward, who was personally selected by Cui Kangxi to join the Shandong Taishan team last season, seems to be staying for good in the new season. From the list of Taishan team training players reported by Shandong media, it can be seen that apart from Bi Jinzhao having no takers, the Shandong Taishan team could only keep him to continue fulfilling his contract. There are also three other players who are almost as difficult to find new teams. Even if Taishan fans do not wish to see them in the new season, it seems challenging to loan them out. These four Taishan players are likely to definitely stay with the team to continue their work contracts. Considering that two of these four players were strongly recommended by Cui Kangxi, at this point, it can be described as Cui Kangxi's unique vision bringing two hard-to-transfer players to the Taishan team. The four players who will remain with the Taishan team next season are Bi Jinzhao, Peng Xinli, Shi Ke, and Liu Shibao. After these four controversial players among Taishan fans all chose to follow Cui Kangxi to play football, it is…

Shenhua, Guo'an, Jinmen Tiger, and Dalian Yibo are among the teams that have been actively participating in warm-up matches in Haikou. The trial players of each team have already made their appearances, with the situation being largely open to the public. However, this is not the case for Shandong Taishan, who has been training alone in Shanghai, becoming a "lone ranger." They have no warm-up matches to polish their lineup, and even head coach Choi Kang-hee has rarely been seen in public. The only good news is that the national team has concluded its training camp, and six key national players, including Wang Dalei, Li Yuan, and Xie Wen, have returned to participate in training. Shandong Taishan has always been a major source of national team players. In this training camp, Maewulong made his first selection, impressing Ivankovic with his active running and tackling, and is expected to follow in the footsteps of Xie Wen's success. It must be acknowledged that it was Choi Kang-hee who gave him the opportunity to play, which allowed him to be noticed by the national team. Although only 12 appearances may seem insignificant, for a 20-year-old young player, it is already quite remarkable. Among the "several sins" attributed to Choi Kang-hee, the criticism that he does not give young players opportunities is somewhat biased. According to Shandong media "Lightning Sports," the trial of local forward Tang Chuang at Taishan did not yield ideal results, and it is highly likely that he will not join the team. Previously, Taishan officially announced Tang Chuang's arrival, using…

Currently, the Shandong Taishan team is preparing for the off-season in Shanghai. For the Taishan team, this off-season is very important. The team needs to seize the opportunity to strengthen itself. According to media reports, two new foreign players are about to join the team, which means that the Taishan team will have a total of 5 foreign players. In the new season, the Taishan team must not suffer any more losses in terms of foreign aid. In terms of domestic players, the Taishan team has not yet made any significant signings. Previously, there were rumors that Zhong Yihao would join, but he has not arrived yet and is currently training with the Henan team. It seems that the possibility of him joining the Taishan team is becoming smaller and smaller. Among the new domestic signings, only Tang Chuang is currently training with the Taishan team. Tang Chuang's joining could actually enhance the strength of the Taishan team in the center forward position, giving Choi Kang-hee more options. However, although Tang Chuang has been with the Taishan team for some time, the club has not officially announced his signing. It can be said that Tang Chuang is still in the trial stage. Recently, according to media reports, there may be changes in Tang Chuang's joining the Taishan team. According to media personality Miao Yuan, there are indeed variables in Tang Chuang's joining the Taishan team. His role is to compete for the substitute forward position. Although his performance last season was well-received, it seems that Tang Chuang may not be…

Recently, the news of Shandong Taishan renewing their contract with Liu Guobo has caught the attention of many fans. However, this renewal is not a major headline, as the details of the contract have not been disclosed in depth, and even the specific duration has not been explicitly stated. According to the official website of Transfermarkt, the renewal will last at least until the end of 2026. It seems that Shandong Taishan still holds high hopes for the future of this tall striker. Liu Guobo may not be a name familiar to many. Standing at 1.89 meters, he is a genuine center forward, only 26 years old, considered a young and strong player. In 2017, he represented Shanghai and won the U18 championship at the National Games, beginning to make a name for himself in domestic football. The following year, he transferred to Beijing Guoan, starting his professional career. Although he played for Beijing Guoan for five seasons, his appearances were limited, totaling only 22 matches in the Chinese Super League, contributing one goal and one assist. He is not a big star, but most fans are probably not unfamiliar with him. In the 2023 season, Liu Guobo joined Shandong Taishan, and there was some anticipation that he would get more opportunities in the first team. Unfortunately, he did not play in the first line of Taishan but was loaned to Zibo Qisheng and Tai'an Tiankuang in the China League Two. Although his playing time in Tai'an Tiankuang was not long, only participating in three rounds of matches, he persisted…