Choi Kang-hee was lucky. In three consecutive victories, he faced a relegated team that lacked gold. Let's just say that Shandong Taishan team has recovered for the time being and the real test is yet to come. Next up for Shandong Taishan, Changchun Yatai is the test. This year's team has a lot of problems, from local players, foreign aid, to the head coach, Jadson was banned, the last game, Choi Kang-hee only two foreign aid, the next game against Sanzhen, Moises will be back.
Jadson did not choose to train with the team after he was banned. According to his latest training video released, he has left the team to go back to Brazil and has been suspended for 5 games + 1 game for a red card. He will have to serve a 6-game suspension and will only return on July 7 against Henan. This early return to Brazil will likely be used as an opportunity to bring in a new foreigner. Jadson's future is uncertain. Apart from playing well in the championship season, in the last two seasons he has been banned + often injured, which has kept his attendance low.
His form is declining. If he can replace him and bring in a new wide center back, he can strengthen the defense. Choi Kang-hee demands a lot from his defense. After three consecutive victories, Taishan got 17 points and ranked sixth, getting closer to the top four. Because Sun Junho can't come back, Shandong Taishan will definitely change their foreigners, and Jadason is a potential change player. If you want to get back to the top three, the existing foreigner configuration is insufficient, Kressan's goal scoring efficiency is declining, and relying more on Fellaini's header offense is not a long-term solution.
After training, the Olympic team is finally back, which is good news for the Taishan team. He Xiaoke, Baihe Lamu, Abdul Meat Suli, Xie Wenneng and other Taishan players returned. Upon their return, they will also have a short training session and warm-up matches. The teams are expected to play in the Chinese Super League in the second half of the season. Many of the Olympic players have starring roles in the Chinese Super League, and playing in the Super League will improve them more than training. These players from Shandong Taishan are very important for renewal.
Among them, Baihulamu was on loan to Sichuan Jiuniu at the beginning of the season and will not return this season, Xie Wenneng and Abdul Meat Suli will be enrolled in the first team. Shandong Taishan's midfield is highly competitive, with Liao Lixiang, Li Yuanyi, and Huang Zhengyu occupying the main roles. Abdul Meatsu Li missed his chance and needs to re-compete to prove to Cui Kangxi that he is capable of making it into the rotation. Xie Wenneng is a good attacker who can finally play in the Chinese Super League and work on new stars with guarantees, which is part of Choi Kang-hee's role.
The most suspenseful one is He Xiao Ke. Theoretically, he has finished studying abroad. Currently, he is a player for Shandong Taishan. Next, he plans to shelve his study abroad. Time is relatively tight. Whether he continues to play in Spain or returns to Shandong Taishan for the Chinese Super League, both sides need to discuss. He Xiaoke himself wants to continue to study abroad. But Shandong Taishan will not let go of him easily, so as not to become the next Wei Shihao and fall through the cracks. If he can officially return, he will inevitably become a key player for Choi Kang-hee to develop, especially after Guo Tianyu's problems and the need for a new star on the attacking end.
