Mount Tai Makes Big Moves! Leonardo Sells Shanghai Port Cheaply, Signs Two New Players in Winter Window Oh boy, fellow fans, today is a big day as the Chinese Super League transfer window opens for 2025. Shandong Taishan fans, keep your eyes peeled! Word on the street is that Taishan is about to make some big moves! Leonardo's contract is down to its last year, and Taishan has wasted no time finding him a new home - Shanghai Port! This is quite a significant deal; could this be the start of a "recovery" mode for our team? First, let's talk about Leonardo. Last season with Zhejiang, he was on top of his game, scoring 21 goals and assisting 5, earning the title of the Chinese Super League Silver Boot. Although Wu Lei took the Golden Boot, Leonardo's performance was impressive. Now, if Shanghai Port really "snatches" Leonardo, their attacking line for the new season will be luxurious indeed. Who needs Oscar and Bargos when you have the Golden and Silver Boot winners? That's solid power! But don't underestimate our Taishan team. With Leonardo gone, we can't let that foreign player spot go to waste. Two new signings are already "on the way"! One is Zhong Yihao, who played for Henan last season. The Qingdao native was also a big name at Evergrande, part of the famous "Yan Zhong Yang Wei" quartet with Wei Shihao and Yang Liyu! Despite not playing much last season, his talent is undeniable. He's sure to shine at Taishan! Then there's Tang Chuang, the tall striker…

On January 9th, Beijing time, when Wang Dalei, who made continuous mistakes and set a record for conceding goals in both the Chinese Super League (CSL) and the national team, surprisingly won the title of Best Goalkeeper for the 25th season as announced by the Football Association, many fans found it hard to understand. This 36-year-old veteran goalkeeper, who conceded a 0-7 defeat with the national team and a 0-6 defeat with his club, managed to win the title of Best Goalkeeper in the CSL. After Wang Dalei's victory was confirmed, some fans who did not agree with him winning the award listed three data points that they believed made him unfit for the title. The first data point against Wang Dalei being the best goalkeeper is that Shandong Taishan only finished fifth in the league. The second is that he conceded 40 goals in the league, ranking sixth among all CSL goalkeepers. The third is that he only played 23 out of 30 matches in the league. Compared to Yan Junling, the full-time goalkeeper for Shanghai Port, who has more appearances, fewer conceded goals, and helped his team achieve a higher league position, Wang Dalei falls short in all these aspects. At this point, it seems that Yan Junling should have been the one to receive the title of Best Goalkeeper in the CSL. After Yan Junling's outstanding performance in the CSL failed to earn him the title of Best Goalkeeper, the national goalkeeper, who some believe is not deserving of the title, posted a farewell message to his…

Currently, the Shandong Taishan team has reconvened for winter training, but there is still no definitive news about the team's reinforcement, especially in terms of foreign aid. Fans are still looking forward to the team welcoming significant new signings. However, recently, instead of waiting for a major signing, Taishan fans have been drawn to the news that one of the team's foreign players is about to officially transfer and leave. He is none other than the league's golden boot winner, Leonardo. According to media reports, due to Taishan's decision to dispense with Leonardo, Shanghai Port is now planning to buy out his contract for reinforcement. This has undoubtedly raised questions from Taishan fans, who question why the team would let go of such a capable foreign player and instead bring in a player like Pato? In the 2023 season, Leonardo had an outstanding performance at Changchun Yatai, and during the summer window of that season, there was actually hope for his return. However, Taishan ultimately chose Pato, a player under the Korean agent closely associated with Choi Kang-hee. Last season, fans were also eagerly anticipating Leonardo's return, but Taishan did not choose to bring him back. Instead, they introduced Zeeka at a record-breaking price for the Chinese Super League. These moves by Taishan have caused dissatisfaction among fans. Recently, according to reporter Miao Yuan, Taishan's decision not to recall Leonardo was not based on tactical considerations or salary caps, but rather closely related to Choi Kang-hee's personal recruitment strategy. Since Choi Kang-hee took over as coach of Taishan, he has…

Translation of the article content into English: The four best players in the 2024 Chinese Super League (CSL) have been announced, with three of them being widely recognized as deserving, while one has sparked controversy among fans who question their selection. The fans are asking, "Why?" In the 2024 season, Shanghai Port successfully defended their CSL championship title with a record of 25 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses, accumulating 78 points. Wu Lei, who scored 34 goals for the team, was awarded both the Top Scorer and Best Player titles. Wu Lei's recognition as the best is well-deserved; he played in all 30 matches and scored 34 goals without a single penalty kick. Despite criticism from some quarters, Wu Lei remains the best player in Chinese football today. Muskat took over Shanghai Port in his first year and led the team to retain their championship title. Some fans might argue that the team's strong lineup could have won with any coach, but Muskat's abilities cannot be overlooked; otherwise, the trophy might have gone to their neighbors, Shanghai Shenhua. Fans were so impressed with Muskat's leadership that they even hoped he could coach the national team. Muskat's recognition as the Best Coach of the 2024 CSL season is also well-deserved. In the competition for the Best Young Player award, 21-year-old Hu He from Chengdu Rongcheng emerged as the winner. In the 2024 season, Hu He made a total of 16 appearances for Chengdu Rongcheng, starting in 9 matches, scoring 2 goals, and providing 1 assist. He was also selected for…

Old Li, a veteran football fan who has witnessed the ups and downs of Chinese football for decades, gazes at a faded football badge in his hand, lost in thought. When will Chinese football truly rise to greatness? The new season of the Chinese Super League is about to begin, and it's uncertain what surprises await. Recently, Chengdu Rongcheng has been making waves, reportedly signing several national team players. Could this "dark horse" team bring us something extraordinary?‌ The Chinese Super League has certainly seen significant changes over the years. Big-name foreign players like Oscar and Vargas have left, making the title race more competitive than ever. Shanghai Port no longer holds a clear advantage, with teams like Shenhua, Guoan, and the newly emerged Chengdu Rongcheng all vying for the championship. Veteran fans discuss football with excitement, as no one can confidently predict the champion, which makes the matches all the more interesting!‌ Chengdu Rongcheng's rapid rise from the China League One to securing third place in the CSL and qualifying for the AFC Champions League last season was a historic breakthrough. The club's ambition is evident as they continue to invest and strengthen their squad. With a bold management team, skilled coaching staff, and an increasingly powerful player lineup, success seems inevitable.‌ Let's talk about the four new national team players they've signed: Liu Dianzuo, Liao Lisheng, Han Pengfei, and Yuan Mincheng, each a powerhouse in their own right. Liu Dianzuo brings experience and steady goalkeeping skills, solidifying the defense. Liao Lisheng, a midfield core with precise passing and…

Oscar: Compared to going out to play, Chinese players prefer drinking alcohol. I think they drink too much. I think they like drinking. It's like dining, just toasting, and they drink quite a lot. Did Oscar spend his 8 years in Shanghai Harbor in vain? The essence of the harbor dinner is toasting! Is that called a post-game summary? China's drinking culture is indeed deeply rooted. Now that you're back, there's no need to hide anything anymore? Since you're already home, there's no need to hold back on some things, just say what needs to be said. The sea cucumber can't play football, but he must be number one in drinking. Look at Cai Huikang's belly, it looks like he can drink a lot. Wu Lei and Zhang Linpeng are both Hui, so they can't drink either. If you have brains, you'll definitely say the good side, not saying anything bad about former players, this question is equal to asking in vain. Oscar has returned, no longer serving the harbor bowl, honestly revealing the insider story of drinking. Come on, Oscar, let's have a drink, thank you... Indeed, China's drinking culture is like this. Just thinking about the upcoming New Year, taking a 7-day holiday and getting drunk for a week is coming again! It's exciting to think about! Mao Jianqing, is it polite for you to say that? Drinking until your bones and tendons are numb, how can you still have the strength to play football? Should Chinese players be more reasonable if they like to go to nightclubs…

30 million! Exposed Shandong Taishan team super scorer joins Shanghai Port, continue to fight for the championship with Wu Lei Beijing time January 7th, focusing on the Chinese Super League and domestic football. At present, some teams in the Chinese Super League have gathered, and some are about to gather to start the sprint for the 2025 season. Shandong Taishan team had a mediocre record last year, and they will start preparing for the new season again on January 6th. So far, the team doctor of the Taishan team, Sandro, foreign aid Pato, Tong Lei, Liao Lisheng, foreign aid Marcel, He Xiaoke, etc., have basically confirmed their departure. Considering the big environment of the club, it is difficult for the club to make big investments in the new season, so personnel adjustments are inevitable.‌ In fact, judging from the overall performance of Shandong Taishan team last season, at least two aspects need to be adjusted. First, coach Cui Kangxi's tactical innovation is imperative. Second, the adjustment of foreign aid introduction is imperative. Currently, Crescendo, Kaza and Zeke have contracts, and the midfield and defensive lines need to be strengthened.‌ On January 6th, according to the report of Shangguan News, Shanghai Port will introduce former Chinese Super League Golden Boot winner Leonardo. Leonardo showed great interest in joining the Port. Both sides are interested in each other, so this transaction should be highly likely. Shanghai Port has successively announced the departure of Oscar and Bargas. On the latest Chinese Super League value list, Crescendo ranks first with 4.5 million euros, Leonardo…

After leaving Shanghai Port, Oscar has returned to Sao Paulo. In an interview with Sun Lei, Oscar revealed that Chinese players "like drinking" and "drink too much." During the program, Oscar said, "I think Chinese players prefer drinking over going out for fun. I feel like they drink too much. I don't think they like nightclubs; I believe they enjoy drinking. It's like a banquet, just toasting, and they drink quite a lot. However, in Europe or Brazil, people drink but go out to do so; they enjoy nightclubs. There is still a bit of a difference. Countries like China, South Korea, and Japan all enjoy drinking. It's like socializing." Oscar also disclosed, "I think some of our team members are very professional, like Wang Shenchao, Wu Lei, Yan Junling, Zhang Linpeng. Perhaps because they are veterans, they are very professional, and they are all veterans. Lü Wenjun, we have some extremely professional individuals here who always take the initiative to train and maintain a high level of training standards." Drinking has indeed been a persistent issue among Chinese players. In April 2019, Shanghai Shenxin publicly punished Guo Hongtao and Li Weijie for "illegally going out to drink and staying out overnight." As early as 2006, Mao Jianqing was demoted to the second team by Shenhua due to alcoholism, and he smashed Wu Jinguo's BMW. Zhang Xiuwei was legally detained for three months with a three-month probation in 2017 after driving under the influence and hitting six cars. Zhang Lu was sentenced to four months of detention in 2019 for…

According to the Shanghai Observer News, Shanghai Port is interested in signing former CSL Golden Boot winner Leonardo, and the top scorer from Shandong is expected to form a "Golden Boot Duo" with Wu Lei. Leonardo is no stranger to CSL fans, having played for several teams in the league. He is familiar with the local customs and understands the playing style here, which means that if he joins Shanghai Port, he will quickly integrate into the team. It's like a traveler returning home after a long journey, able to quickly adapt and play his part. It is understood that Leonardo has shown a strong interest in joining Shanghai Port. This undoubtedly adds fuel to the potential transfer. Once Leonardo successfully joins, the attacking power of Shanghai Port will be greatly enhanced. The team will have the 2024 season's CSL Golden Boot winner Wu Lei, Silver Boot winner Leonardo, and Bronze Boot winner Gustavo, perfectly filling the void left by Oscar and Bargas' departure! The combination of these three players on the front line is bound to be powerful. Leonardo (Leonardo), born on May 28, 1997 in Sorocaba, Brazil, was trained at Santos Club. In 2018, Leonardo transferred to join the Japanese J League. He was the top scorer in the J3 League and J2 League. On February 22, 2021, he joined the Chinese Super League's Shandong Taishan team! However, Leonardo did not gain trust at Taishan and was often loaned out to Ulsan Hyundai, Changchun Yatai, and Zhejiang, where he won the K League championship, the CSL Golden Boot,…

Recently, the transfer market in the Chinese Super League has been quite active. Players are increasingly focusing not just on big contracts, but on stable paychecks. Many players now prioritize clubs that can ensure stable income over simply choosing the highest bidder. This shift has made certain clubs particularly attractive. Teams like Shanghai Port, Shanghai Shenhua, and Chengdu Rongcheng have caught the attention of domestic players due to their financial stability and well-run operations, ensuring reliable salary payments. The business environment and financial status of football clubs in China are no longer secrets. In recent years, several clubs have faced financial turmoil, mismanagement, and wage arrears scandals. However, football is more than just playing the game; it relies on a strong financial backing. Without funds, even the best players would struggle. Domestic player transfers are no longer solely about which club is willing to spend the most money. Players now emphasize the importance of receiving consistent wages. A club's poor management, despite offering high contracts, is not an attractive proposition for players. Beijing Guoan, for example, has a strong financial background and stable operations, with no significant issues in salary payments. They quickly resolved a wage arrears issue following a FIFA penalty, demonstrating their operational competence. Shanghai Port, known for its substantial financial resources, is a top choice for domestic players, as it guarantees salaries without worrying about failed transfers. Shanghai Shenhua has also seen significant improvements in its business operations, thanks to the support of Juss Group, resolving historical issues and entering a fast track in team operations. Chengdu…