On April 23, 2023, Oriental Sports Daily reported that Guangzhou Football Club seeks to claim back from the CFA the 200 million attraction adjustment fee previously paid, aiming to alleviate the team's salary arrears. In response to the incident, renowned sports commentator Cong Shuo Ming spoke out on his social media platforms, arguing that Guangzhou's claim was not excessive.
On the social media platform, Cong Shuo Ming commented thus:
Personally, I feel that the Guangzhou Football Club's request for the CFA to return the 200 million attraction adjustment fee is more than reasonable! From common sense, the CFA would not have the right to withhold the funds for a long time, coupled with the Guangzhou club's current economic situation is worrisome, salary arrears problem may become more serious, the club is but hope to revitalize.
Since last year, Guangzhou Football Club has repeatedly applied to the CFA for a refund of the fee, but has not been able to do so. Up to now, the CFA does not seem to be discussing the matter, nor has it announced the specific time, place and format of the new Chinese Super League season. One can't help but wonder what the CFA is busy with on a daily basis. Why does it always turn a deaf ear to the reasonable demands of its clubs and take a superior position?
