Yesterday, the much-anticipated results of the access audit for the new season of China's professional soccer league were unveiled. The CFA officially released the list of the first batch of clubs that have undergone preliminary verification, and none of these clubs have defaulted on wages and debts. However, once the list was released, it triggered a wave of unexpected ripples.
Among the many focuses of attention, the specifics of the 16 clubs in the Chinese Super League have undoubtedly received the most attention. As previously expected from Wuhan Three Town and Cangzhou Lions, they did not appear on the first list released by the FA. On the contrary, Chengdu Rongcheng FC, despite previous news that Zhang Yan, whose signature was not on the salary and bonus confirmation form, was not involved, unexpectedly appeared on the first list.
Taishan Evening News reporter Niu Zhiming disclosed on his personal social media that some players have questioned the list. Niu said, "This list is only publicized and many players were surprised after seeing the list. Why did they not sign it? Why did many of their teammates also not sign? Why did they complete the arrears? Already players have submitted relevant materials for the FA."
As a lawyer, Zhang Bing, who has represented a number of players in payroll cases, was quick to speak out on his personal social media, pointing out, "This is not a guarantee of getting on the list. If a club is mixed into the first list, it is inevitable that the club has not declared truthfully." Lawyer Zhang Bing also said that he had in his hands the decision made by the Football Association before October 31, 2024, as well as multiple pieces of hard evidence of players' failure to sign.
Controversy continues to rage after the Football Association announced its first debt settlement lists. The answer to whether the first list will remain intact will be revealed when the access list is officially unveiled.
