La Liga giants Barcelona have been making a lot of moves in recent days, announcing heavy reinforcements once again following the signing of three strong players in Aguero, Erick Garcia and Emerson. This time, they are targeting the helmsman of Chinese Super League powerhouse Shenzhen Jiazhaoye, Jr. Barcelona and Shenzhen Jiazhaoye club jointly released a statement: Jordi Cruyff will join the Barcelona family. Barcelona expresses its heartfelt gratitude to SZFC, JIAZHAOYE Group and its chairman, Mr. Guo Yingcheng, for their contribution, a friendship that is invaluable.
Looking back on Barcelona's glorious history, during Laporta's presidency, Cruyff's soccer philosophy has been perfectly inherited in Barcelona. He hired Rijkaard, introduced Xiao Luo, Eto'o, Deke and other stars to create a dream team. Subsequently, Laporta supported Pep Guardiola to rise to the top, accomplishing the dream three dynasty. In recent years, Barcelona is no longer in the limelight, but Laporta is ambitious after returning to the presidency.
Laporta is enamored with Cruyff's philosophy and despite the Ballon d'Or's passing, he has turned his attention to Cruyff's son, Jordi Cruyff. Laporta was convinced that Cruyff Jr. would be able to understand his father's philosophy and carry it forward at Barcelona. At this time, Cruyff Jr. was coaching Shenzhen Jiazhaoye, and the team's strength was improving, which was the perfect time for him to show his talent.
In the face of Barcelona's invitation, Cruyff Jr. finally decided to join with his personal wishes and the support of Shenzhen Jiazhaoye. Barcelona expressed its gratitude to Shenzhen Jiazhaoye for its understanding and support, and the two sides jointly released a statement to show their respect for each other. This is also the first time that a Chinese Super League club has made a joint official announcement with Barcelona, which is of great significance.
It is worth mentioning that before Paulinho also joined Barcelona from the Chinese Super League, and now the small Cruyff's joining, let the fans jokingly said that the Chinese Super League once again "poverty alleviation" Barcelona. According to Western media reports, Cruyff will join Barcelona in the capacity of presidential adviser, shoulder to ensure that the team to maintain the "Cruyff-style" offensive soccer important responsibilities.
