With local signings blocked, Taishan decided to tap into their potential from within by recalling some of the young players who had been rented out by the club. This includes young players with great potential such as Liu Guobao, Baihe Lamu, Yi Xianlong and Lu Yongtao.
Liu Guobao is a standout of the Taishan youth team. Last season, he scored 18 goals in the Chinese Super League U21. He also won the league's Golden Boot award while helping the Taishan youth team make it to B. Next season, when Liu Guobao enters Taishan's first team, he could be a key rotation player in the team's front line. If he can seize the opportunity to score goals, he will be very hopeful to be reused by Choi Kang-hee.
Baihulamu is the best of Taishan's 03 class players and was rented to Sichuan Jiuniu, a Central League team, last season. After joining JiuNiu, Byhramu quickly became the team's main striker and scored many times in the league. Last season, JiuNiu managed to overtake the team, and Baidu Lamu made a great contribution. It is reasonable to return to Shandong Taishan next season.
Yi Xianlong and Lu Yongtao also performed well during their loan spells with Taishan FC. They were both starters for Chinese First Division side Jinan Xingzhou. Yi Xianlong made 25 appearances and scored 4 league goals. Lu Yongtao made more appearances, totaling 28. As a back-row player, he also scored a league goal, showing off his excellent offensive and defensive characteristics.
Liu Guobao, Baihe Lamu, Yi Xianlong and Lu Yongtao are all between the ages of 20-23. They are not only young but also have potential. Upon returning to Taishan, Choi Kang-hee can be entrusted with a heavy responsibility. Here's also hoping that these four players can collectively explode next season. If there are no surprises, they will make their season debut in the AFC Champions League knockout round next February. Choi Kang-hee's trust depends on their performance on the pitch...
