The reigning champions, Shanghai Port, are currently undergoing their winter training in West Asia for the new season. The team is set to undergo significant changes in the midfield and attack, with key players such as Oscar, Bargas, and Citadini leaving, and Wu Lei undergoing surgery due to recurring knee injuries. As a result, Shanghai Port will have to restructure their attacking lineup for the upcoming season. The departure of these three core foreign players has significantly weakened Shanghai Port's offensive capabilities. However, the team has already signed two strong reinforcements in the transfer market: Brazilian midfielder Vital and last season's silver boot winner, Leonardo. The final foreign player is also close to being confirmed, rumored to be a technical winger from the Brazilian league. Without a doubt, Shanghai Port will continue to utilize all five foreign players in midfield and attack positions to create a new offensive system. On the evening of January 16th, Shanghai Port Club announced that their key player, Wu Lei, had undergone meniscus surgery, with an expected recovery period of around 8 to 10 weeks. Shanghai media reporters analyzed that Wu Lei's return to high-intensity competition could take at least three months, and if his recovery is average, it could take six months or even up to a year. The ten-week recovery period only allows for normal walking and moderate jogging post-surgery, but reaching competitive sports status and high-intensity confrontation capabilities often requires more time. With Wu Lei's return date uncertain, who will fill the sole domestic player position in Shanghai Port's midfield and attack…

Recently, the forward of Shanghai Port team, Bargas, made a remarkable decision. He left Shanghai Port and joined the bottom team of the Saudi League. "The world is bustling with activity, all for profit; the world is in turmoil, all for profit." This famous saying interprets Bargas' transfer motivation to some extent. Shanghai Port offered Bargas a contract with an annual salary of three million euros before tax, but the new employer in the Saudi League offered a condition of six million euros after tax, which is undoubtedly a huge temptation. For higher income, Bargas resolutely chose the Saudi League. However, on the football field, strength and results are often closely linked, and he did not expect the new employer's strength to be so poor. Bargas' debut with his new employer was a nightmare. The new employer suffered a 0-9 defeat in the Saudi League, and such a huge gap plunged Bargas into depression. Although he may have foreseen that the new employer's strength was weak and his days in the team would not be easy before joining, such a wide result still greatly exceeded his imagination. A team like this faces a huge risk of relegation in its domestic league. According to common sense, if the situation of the new employer continues to deteriorate, Bargas is likely to terminate the contract early, take the high salary, and return to Shanghai Port. During his time at Shanghai Port, Bargas played an important role. He is a very capable forward. Since joining Shanghai Port, his performance has been commendable. In many…

Cristiano Ronaldo has been in the Saudi league for 2 years and has only led Al-Nassr to win one limited-content AFC Champions League title, failing to win any other titles in other events. The overall competition in the Saudi league is very fierce, even a strong player like Ronaldo faces great challenges. Former Shanghai Port foreign aid, Bargas, transferred to Al-Hilal this year, but suffered a huge defeat in his first game. Does Bargas regret it? His Saudi debut ended with a 0-9 defeat, the team has not won in 14 games and is at the bottom of the standings, possibly returning to the harbor. In the Saudi Professional League match that ended on January 17th, Beijing time, Al-Hilal won a big victory over Al-Taawoun at home. In the absence of Neymar and Mitrovic, Al-Hilal fielded eight foreign players including Leonardo, Milinkovic, Malcom, Neves, Lodi, Koulibaly, Cancelo, and Bunu, plus Saudi internationals Dawasari, Dawsari, and Blasie, with a starting lineup worth 144 million euros, while Al-Taawoun's starting lineup was worth 13.5 million euros. Throughout the game, Al-Hilal had 64% possession, completed as many as 35 shots, 14 of which were on target, while Al-Taawoun had 36% possession, 11 shots with 5 on target. There was a huge gap in strength between the two teams. In the first half, Koulibaly, Lodi, Leonardo, and Milinkovic scored successively, and in the second half, Leonardo scored another two goals, Hamdan and Malcom also scored, Al-Taawoun player Abdulwahid scored an own goal, and Jari was sent off. If it weren't for Jari's foul tackle, Al-Hilal…

Four Major News in the CSL! Verta Completes Physical, Bargas Starts a New Journey, Oscar May Return to Brazil According to Brazilian media reports, Verta is about to embark on a journey to China for a crucial physical examination. Once the physical examination is successfully passed, he will officially sign with Shanghai Port and start a three-year cooperation. Verta has shown outstanding strength in the Brazilian football world, with comprehensive skills, especially outstanding in midfield organization and scheduling. He is good at controlling the rhythm of the game, and his precise passing often creates excellent offensive opportunities for his teammates. This joining of Shanghai Port is undoubtedly a strategic signing for the team. The Port team has always been committed to achieving excellent results in the Chinese Super League and the AFC Champions League. The arrival of Verta is expected to inject strong vitality into the team's midfield, enhance the team's competitiveness in midfield, and further enrich the team's tactical system. Fans are also looking forward to Verta's joining, hoping that he can quickly integrate into the new team and bring more victories to the team. Official news came that former Port foreign aid Bargas has successfully joined Haza Conquest, and both sides signed a contract until 2026. During his time with the Port team, Bargas impressed fans with his outstanding personal abilities. His performance on the offensive end was very active, whether it was sharp breakthroughs or accurate shots, putting pressure on the opponent's defense. Now joining Haza Conquest, Bargas will face new challenges and opportunities. In the new…

Bargas bids farewell on social media: "The two and a half years of beautiful life in Shanghai have come to an end, thank you Harbor for the love you've given me." In the Chinese Super League (CSL), few foreign players are able to leave with a transfer fee; most leave as free agents. Thank you 86, he will definitely come back! Who will be the biggest-name foreign player next season? Who will be the biggest-name foreign coach? Kreisang and Cui Kangxi siblings? This is a big oversight. Last season, there were issues with the coach and poor performance, but this season's outstanding performance should have led to an early renewal six months ago. The top salary budget was reserved for Oscar, but in the end, we were outmaneuvered, and we lost both. The top salary can only be 3 million euros before tax, while Saudi Arabia offers 6 million euros after tax. The pre-tax 3 million is far less than other offers, and there may also be signing fees over there. We're all just workers; who would pass up money? Sorry Bargas, once certain keywords trigger, you're no longer the main character. Li Shenyuan announces his departure: "A brief farewell after ten years, thank you Harbor Club for your training." Previously, Li Shenyuan served Harbor for a long time. Last season, he joined Changchun Yatai on loan, playing 27 games with 24 starts and contributing one assist. He was really given many opportunities, but he couldn't perform, and he truly lacks solid skills. This year, in addition to winning the…

Shanghai Port's Rebuilding Plan Stirs Discussion as They Aim for the Future The rebuilding plan of Shanghai Port this year has undoubtedly sparked considerable discussion. As the reigning champions of the Chinese Super League (CSL), they have been making continuous adjustments throughout the season, with fans and media closely watching their every move. Honestly, Shanghai Port's recent moves seem to be a cunning strategy, but in reality, they are preparing for the future. To return to the top, it is no longer just about relying on the performance of a few foreign players; instead, it is about fundamentally breaking away from the existing framework. When mentioning Shanghai Port, one naturally thinks of the two foreign players, Oscar and Barjas. These two are not ordinary players; in the past seasons, their performances were unmatched, almost becoming the backbone of the team. However, during this winter break, their departure has caused dissatisfaction among many fans, with some even believing that Shanghai Port is doomed without their core foreign players. How can they maintain competitiveness, let alone enter the international arena? The truth is different. Behind Shanghai Port is more than just the names of a few departing players. The departure of Oscar and Barjas was actually a well-planned step by Shanghai Port to free up salary space and bring in more young players with potential. Behind this, Shanghai Port has already set its sights on some key transfer targets, with the most representative being Tao Qianglong. This 24-year-old player from Wuhan Sanzhen possesses outstanding technical ability and potential, and has long been…

Oh boy! On the first day of the new year, fans of Shanghai Port were collectively stunned! A Shandong native named "Jian Ge Talks Sports" unexpectedly dropped a bombshell: according to Transfermarkt, Muscat was no longer on the coaching bench at Shanghai Port! As soon as this news broke, the fan group of Shanghai Port exploded! It was like setting off firecrackers during the New Year, crackling non-stop! Think about it, Oscar, Bargas, Citadini, and Pop, all four foreign players left in a rush, if Old Mu were to leave as well, wouldn't Shanghai Port be heading straight for relegation in the new season? The hearts of the fans were freezing cold, as if they had fallen into an ice hole! Brother Jian even thoughtfully posted a screenshot from Transfermarkt, and sure enough, there was nothing about Shanghai Port in Muscat's profile! This old man really knows how to pick his timing, going on vacation to Glasgow, Scotland. Now that's great, the fans' imaginations are running wild, starting to make up stories: Could Old Mu have set his sights on Glasgow Rangers in the Scottish Premiership? Could he really be considering a job change? Seriously, Muscat is extremely important to Shanghai Port! Last season, it wasn't easy for Shanghai Port to poach him from Yokohama F. Marinos! In just one year, he turned Shanghai Port into the team with the fiercest attack in the Chinese Super League, and even brought back the team's first-ever "double crown"! If he were to really leave, it would be a devastating blow to Shanghai…

Shanghai Port won the domestic double last season, but the championship squad quickly disbanded. The club is set to rebuild its team during a busy winter transfer window. Oscar was the first to leave, followed by Bargas, who will no longer play for Shanghai Port next season. Their departures have had a significant impact on the team. Now, another player has left the club. After releasing Bargas, Shanghai Port announced the third departure of the winter window! A 27-year-old veteran bid an emotional farewell to the team. Oscar was the midfield core of Shanghai Port, playing 248 games for the team, scoring 77 goals and providing 141 assists. He is the third-highest scorer in the club's history, behind Wu Lei with 238 goals and Lü Wenjun with 105 goals. Bargas played 85 times for Shanghai Port, scoring 20 goals and assisting 30 times, also a key player for the club. On the last day of 2024, local Shanghai Port player Li Shenyuan posted on social media, documenting his time at the club and the team honors he achieved, bidding farewell to the team. He wrote: "From 2014 to 2024, a decade comes to a brief end. Thank you to the club for nurturing me, thank you to everyone. Farewell for now, until we meet again, keep moving forward." Li Shenyuan progressed from the Shanghai Port youth training system to the reserve team and then to the first team, serving the club for ten years. Li Shenyuan represented the Shanghai National Games team in the Youth Games and the National Games,…

Shanghai Port FC, who defeated their local rivals Shanghai Shenhua last season to win the Chinese Super League title and overcame Shandong Taishan to claim the FA Cup, emerged as big winners. However, the team was unable to retain their championship lineup, with Oscar departing earlier and now Vargas bidding farewell to the club, leaving Port without two of their top foreign players. Fortunately, Port's transfer work has been commendable, and they have already made some acquisitions. Just after Vargas' departure, Port has signed two new players: a national team forward and the Brazilian Silver Boot winner, both coming in to provide support. On December 30th, according to reports from China's authoritative media outlet "Football News," national team player Tao Qianglong from Wuhan Three Towns has quickly been targeted by Port. Tao Qianglong's contract with Three Towns expires at the end of this year, and without a renewal, it means he will leave the club as a free agent, becoming a free player. Port can acquire this national team player, valued at 325,000 euros, on a free transfer. Tao Qianglong was once considered a domestic prodigy striker, scoring his first goal in the Chinese Super League at the age of 17, making history. However, his career development did not meet expectations. Despite this, Tao Qianglong is still worth watching, especially since he is only 23 years old. He has strong ball control skills, a creative playing style, and is best suited for the left winger position. With Vargas' departure, Tao Qianglong can fill this role at Port. Additionally, according to…

From being the sole leader to a fierce competition among many teams, the landscape of the Chinese Super League (CSL) has changed due to the departure of Oscar and Bargas. The established team Beijing Guoan has openly declared their intention to join the championship race next year, not only securing the renowned coach Quique Setién but also rekindling their connection with Jonathan Viera. Another traditional powerhouse in the CSL, Shandong Taishan, has not been idle either. While dealing with Cuí Kāngxī's contract, they are actively seeking foreign players without the interference of a head coach, focusing their selection on Brazil through Brazilian sports channels. Shandong Taishan will not renew their contract with Marcelo, and it is imperative to upgrade their foreign players. Even if they do not have the ambition to compete for the championship, they need good foreign players to fight for a top-four position. At least five foreign players should have the ability to start, unlike last season when they had five foreign players on paper, but Delgado was once benched. According to the Shandong Orange Wave Fan Club, Taishan's new foreign player will be the Brazilian midfielder Guilherme Madruga. He is quite famous and won the Puskás Award in 2023. Madruga is 24 years old and comes from Brazilian sports. He joined the Brazilian Serie A team Cuiabá Esporte Clube for a transfer fee of 740,000 euros at the beginning of this year. The 2023 season was his career peak, playing 46 games in the Brazilian Serie B, scoring 2 goals and providing 3 assists. This transfer…