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,…

In the world of football, contract issues between coaches and teams often resemble a war without gunpowder, filled with strategies and games of wits. Recently, the contract dispute between Shandong Luneng Football Club and their Korean head coach, Choi Kang-hee, has become the focus of this "war." Choi Kang-hee, a coach with a prestigious reputation in Asian football, has won the recognition of fans since joining Shandong Luneng with his unique tactical concepts and rigorous training style. However, with the arrival of the offseason, both sides have become deadlocked over contract issues. Choi Kang-hee is eager to continue leading Luneng and hopes to gain more transfer rights to build a more competitive team for the next season. However, Shandong Luneng has explicitly rejected this request, stating that if Choi Kang-hee is willing to stay, he can continue coaching, but they will not grant him additional transfer rights. This decision undoubtedly disappointed Choi Kang-hee. As a coach with rich coaching experience, he fully understands the importance of transfer rights to a team. Without transfer rights, his influence within the team would be greatly reduced, and his income might also be affected. Therefore, his agent expressed dissatisfaction and began actively seeking other possible coaching opportunities. At the same time, rumors emerged that Choi Kang-hee was linked to the coaching position at South Korea's Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors. Although he is just one of many candidates and would need to terminate his contract with Shandong Luneng before moving to South Korea, this news still attracted the attention of fans. Some fans even called on…

When Choi Kang-hee first took over Shandong Taishan, he was in the limelight. Everyone knew that he was a famous coach from South Korea, with remarkable achievements at multiple clubs. Especially in the Asian football scene, he had a well-known reputation. Back in 2022, he suddenly took charge of Shandong Taishan, replacing Hao Wei. At that time, expectations were sky-high, as Choi Kang-hee's coaching record in South Korea was impressive, and the teams he led performed well. Many fans believed that Shandong Taishan had found a great coach and would likely see significant success. Honestly, Choi Kang-hee's first season did not disappoint; at least, he did not make any major mistakes. The team's structure was already well-established during Hao Wei's tenure, so he only needed to make minor adjustments, streamline the lineup, and maintain stable performance. Although it wasn't a spectacular display, the team managed to maintain a reasonable level and didn't falter. Some fans even hailed him as Emperor Kangxi, believing that he was truly a capable coach with great potential. However, cracks began to appear in the second season. Choi Kang-hee's recruitment moves were disastrous! To name a few, the "glass men" players he brought in, especially Pato and Zecca, looked good on paper but performed poorly on the field. There were also players like Messi Wako who joined the team, which not only failed to enhance the team's strength but made the already shaky Taishan team even more chaotic. What's even more incomprehensible is that Choi Kang-hee introduced some of his former players, including Bi Jin-hao and…

In the era of big-money football, transfer periods were always bustling with activity. However, things have now become somewhat quiet. In the past, a capable foreign player would be fiercely pursued by various clubs. Yet, it's surprising that the league's second-highest scorer is now struggling to find a new team! People often say that in a game or sport, everyone only remembers who the champion is or who came first. If you ask about the runner-up or second place, many people will just shake their heads. Who was the top scorer in the 2024 season? Fans are well aware that it was Wu Lei from the Shanghai Port, who scored 34 goals. But if you ask fans who was second on the scoring charts, most probably wouldn't know, except for fans of Zhejiang and some from Shandong Luneng. The second-place scorer in the 2024 Chinese Super League was Leonardo from Zhejiang, who scored a total of 21 goals, two of which were penalties, along with six assists. Leonardo's performance was truly remarkable. The more talented one is, the harder they work. During the off-season, Leonardo updated his social media with a photo of himself training, captioning it: "Always working hard!" From the photo Leonardo shared, you could clearly see him sweating profusely. Even though he was wearing clothes, his eight-pack abs were still visible. Logically speaking, such a hardworking and capable player should be sought after by many clubs. However, surprisingly, Leonardo still doesn't know where he'll be playing next season. Leonardo joined Shandong Luneng in 2021, at the end…

Shandong Taishan has recently managed to resolve the issue with Leonardo, but Shi Ke, who is even more troublesome than Leonardo, is now a burden that the club finds hard to shake off. They are unable to sell him or find a team willing to take him on loan, causing significant headaches for the club. Shi Ke was well-regarded during his time at Hangzhou Greentown's youth training program, where he was considered a promising talent. Later, when he played for Shanghai Port, he performed well and even helped the team win the league championship in 2018. At that time, no one could have predicted his current situation. Hao Wei recognized Shi Ke's abilities and brought him to Shandong Taishan, offering him a substantial contract of 1 plus 4 years. This decision seemed reasonable at the time, considering Shi Ke's strong performance at Shanghai Port. During his first two years at Shandong Taishan, Shi Ke lived up to expectations, starting in almost every match and performing well defensively. Fans had positive opinions about him during this period. However, from last year onwards, Shi Ke's form began to decline, with an increasing number of mistakes. Sometimes, he would make several low-level errors in a single game, causing fans to shake their heads in disbelief. In this year's AFC Champions League match against Yokohama F. Marinos, Shi Ke's performance was shocking. As an experienced player, he made numerous mistakes in just one game. At the beginning of the match, Shi Ke made a catastrophic error by backpassing outside the penalty area to Wang…

On the evening of January 3rd, the Chinese Football Association announced a new list of players for the national team training camp. To our delight, we saw the name of Buyu Lang Mijiti, a promising newcomer from the TaiShan Club, on this list. The young and famous Buyu Lang Mijiti fulfilled his childhood dream of becoming a national player before his 21st birthday. Among the 2004 age group of trainees at Luneng Football School, there are two "treasures": one is the forward killer He Xiaoke, and the other is the No. 9 half-player Buyu Lang. Both players have received much acclaim from insiders in the football circle. He Xiaoke, who has high self-expectations, went abroad a few years ago in hopes of growing faster, but due to various reasons, his performance did not meet expectations. In contrast, Buyu Lang, who stayed with the TaiShan team, had a smoother path. At the age of 18, he already represented Shandong TaiShan in the Super League. At the end of 2022, he contributed his first assist in the Super League during a match against Guangzhou Club, which was highly appreciated by Moises, the core midfielder of TaiShan at that time. Just as everyone thought Buyu Lang would quickly secure a starting position in TaiShan like Zhou Haibin and Cui Peng before him, the objective environment of TaiShan Club underwent significant changes. Choi Kang-hee, a South Korean, became the head coach of TaiShan, and he preferred to rely on his trusted players and veterans. Choi Kang-hee lacked patience in cultivating young players, causing many…

In the fiercely competitive green field of the Chinese Super League, central defenders over 1.9 meters tall are as rare and precious as treasures. Among them, Beijing Guoan boasts the most such players among the top four clubs. Shanghai Port finds it challenging to locate a central defender exceeding 1.9 meters in height among their players. Wei Zhen, standing at 1.89 meters, is an example of a player with remarkable skills but slightly lacking in "altitude." Similarly, Chengdu Rongcheng lacks towering central defenders, which weakens their aerial defense. Shandong Taishan has Marcel, valued at 50,000 euros, who just crosses the 1.9-meter threshold, but his presence in the 2025 CSL season remains uncertain, leaving fans anxious. Turning our attention to Shanghai Shenhua, Jiang Shenglong stands out like a tall tower among central defenders, using his height of over 1.9 meters to lead the team's aerial defense. Having been loaned out twice to Tianjin and Chongqing, he has now returned to Shenhua and become a core member. The mainstay, Enjadeu from Cameroon, stands at 1.90 meters tall and is a formidable presence on the field. He was selected for the best lineup in the 2023 season and fully committed in the 2024 season, playing 30 games with solid defense and contributing 3 goals and 1 assist in attack, making him a versatile asset that strikes fear into opponents. African foreign aid Mamadou stands at 1.91 meters, considered a "giant" among Malian players. His performance on the field is impressive, with many believing he outshines Enjadeu. However, with his contract expiring and no…

The new roster for the national football team has been announced, and it's a mixed bag of emotions. With a list of 32 players, some are ecstatic while others are disheartened. More importantly, this lineup suggests that 12 former key players may be bidding farewell to the national team. This isn't just a simple rotation of players; it's more like a bold decision by Chinese football to cut off its own arm. Today, let's talk about these departing players and also look forward to the future of the national team. First, let's talk about the veterans. Zhang Linpeng, at 35 years old, was once the core of the national team's defense, but now it's time to say goodbye. Time waits for no one, and a decline in competitive form is inevitable. Li Ang, 31 years old, was also once a fierce player on the defensive line, but he too is gradually fading from the national team's view. The departure of these two veterans is bittersweet, but it also heralds the need for fresh blood in the national team. In midfield, Wu Xi and Liu Binbin face similar challenges. Wu Xi was once the absolute mainstay of the national team's midfield, but with age comes fluctuations in form. Liu Binbin, known for his incredible speed and nicknamed "Little Scooter," has also lost his starting position. With new talent emerging and competition intensifying, it will be difficult for them to return to the national team. There are also several players who were once highly anticipated by fans but ultimately failed to meet…

Hello everyone, I'm your blogger Gui Zai. Today, let's talk about a heavyweight figure in Chinese football - Li Xiaopeng. After experiencing the ups and downs as the head coach of the national team, this former Shandong Luneng meritorious coach has finally chosen an unusual path - returning to his hometown to coach Qingdao Hainiu. This decision not only demonstrates his infinite love and dedication to football but also allows us to see the sentiment and responsibility that a professional coach should have. Li Xiaopeng's return to coaching Qingdao Hainiu is a decision with great symbolic significance in his career. As a representative figure of Shandong football, Li Xiaopeng won widespread acclaim from fans during his time at Luneng for his stable tactical layout and deep football heritage. Although he was unable to leave his name on the honor roll of top league championships, the feat of leading the team into the FA Cup final twice is enough to prove that his coaching ability cannot be underestimated. After experiencing the brief ups and downs of the national team's coaching position, Li Xiaopeng did not choose to escape or retreat but bravely faced the challenges and proved his worth with practical actions. This time, he chose to return to his hometown to coach Qingdao Hainiu, which is not only a nostalgic look back at his football sentiment but also a deep friendship towards the development of his hometown's football. Looking back on Li Xiaopeng's coaching career, it can be described as eventful and full of legendary color. During his time at…

The winter transfer window for the Chinese Super League is about to open, and teams are accelerating their recruitment efforts. For the veteran powerhouse Shandong Taishan, this offseason is very urgent in terms of strengthening the lineup, especially in terms of foreign aid. Last season, Taishan's poor performance was largely due to the lack of foreign aid. Therefore, if they want to achieve something in the new season, they must strengthen and upgrade their foreign aid. Currently, there has been no substantial progress in Taishan's foreign aid reinforcement. In fact, during this offseason, Taishan is very hopeful for one person, that is, Leonardo, whose loan period has expired. In recent seasons, Leonardo has always been loaned out, and his performance has already proven himself and won the recognition of fans. As the league's golden boot shooter, Taishan fans definitely look forward to him returning to play for Taishan. However, to the disappointment of the fans, such a super forward who is highly anticipated by the fans, Shandong Taishan chose not to renew the lease, but instead considered selling him directly to Zhejiang team. According to reporter Miao Yuan's revelation, Zhejiang team is currently discussing the buyout with Taishan team, and Taishan team's decision undoubtedly makes the fans feel confused and puzzled. After all, Leonardo's return can greatly enhance Taishan's attacking power, especially when facing strong opponents, without his stable scoring point, the team's offensive efficiency will be greatly reduced. Moreover, from a competitive perspective, Taishan team does need a player like Leonardo. Leonardo not only has excellent personal ability, but…