In the world of soccer, the CFA's decision-making is like a lighthouse on the sea, pointing out the direction for lost ships, and on December 5, a decision on access was like a strong wind, bringing a 10-day respite for teams in trouble. After several seasons of gold-dollar soccer, many teams are still struggling with "debt", and the high salary contracts are like a nightmare. The FA's decision is a reprieve, but it's no longer the procrastination it used to be.
Shandong Taishan, a team that is steadily moving forward in the arena, the road to access is smooth and unhindered, and the signing of contracts is proceeding in an orderly manner. However, it is still unknown how strong the team's foreign aid will be next year. Whether newcomers such as Zeca can seize the opportunity to pick up the right striker in the Chinese Super League is undoubtedly a difficult problem for Shandong Taishan. Lennardo had joined the team at a high price but failed to live up to expectations at Taishan. He has blossomed in all directions since his departure. The temporary addition of Pato also looks a bit awkward. In the past, only Cressan played the role of three foreign strikers for Taishan.
A fan asked if Kressan would extend his contract, to which Kressan responded that no decision has been made, but he believes it will be soon. His contract is set to expire at the end of next year, which will have minimal impact on Taishan next season. However, Cressan's value at Taishan has soared from 900,000 euros to 3.5 million euros, and with 48 goals in 64 games over two seasons, he is expected to make an impact on Han Peng's all-time leading scorer if he plays for a few more years. Taishan urgently needs to extend his contract as soon as possible to prevent other teams from poaching him.
Taishan will not only have to face the challenge of Chinese Super League teams, but also have to beware of the covetousness of foreign teams. Cressan himself is willing to stay in Taishan. As an all-round attacker, he can play both as a winger and a center forward, taking on more than half of Taishan's attacking duties. Choi Kang-hee's plan, Zeca and Cressan will join forces to play in the Chinese Super League, Zeca in the center position to play pivot, Cressan in the winger and midfield to play the core. If the implementation of Choi Kang-hee's ideas, the effect of the attack will not be underestimated.
On December 13th in Beijing, Taishan will face Yokohama Mariners on the road. Although they are expected to advance undefeated, the team is aiming to top the group relying on Cressan and Jadson. Yokohama Mariners will go all out this time and will not be as conservative as they were in the first round. Taishan cannot afford to lose in this match. Without Fellaini and Moises, the attacking end lacks a high point and the midfield lacks the core of the attacking tandem. They can only rely on Cressan's individual performance and the whole team's defense.
Taishan will recall Lennardo, and Lao Cui has prepared four strikers, Zeka, Kressan, Lennardo and Byhramu, in a variety of styles for next year's AFC Champions League knockout stage. Zeka just won the best in the K-League and the transfer will be officially announced when the winter window opens. Shandong Taishan are currently training in South Korea and some of the injured players will be back soon. Experienced players such as Liu Binbin, Zheng Zheng, Li Yuanyi and Wang Dalei will play a key role in this match, especially goalkeeper Wang Dalei, who will face a huge test.
