Before announcing its dissolution, the club had already paid back the previous team's arrears of wages, but not a penny of the wages and bonuses owed to Li Tie, which proves once again that Wuhan Yangtze River Club really isn't not playing soccer because of a lack of money.
The four clubs in Hebei, Guangzhou, Guangzhou and Shenzhen are now really out of money, which is a true reflection of the thinning of the domestic real estate enterprises.
As things stand, the four clubs mentioned above are likely to disband. The only one with hope is Guangzhou. Last season, the club's shareholding reform was almost completed, but failed to take shape for various reasons. If R&F Group is willing to make sacrifices and take on most of the club's previous debts, Guangzhou City may turn the corner next season.
But Hebei, Guangzhou and Shenzhen should basically not slow down. That means the Chinese Super League will lose four teams next season, and in order for the league to function properly, the Football Association will have to fill in another team to enter the Super League. Shijiazhuang Kung Fu finished fourth last season and will be the lucky ones to qualify for the CSL.
It also means that this Chinese newcomer will hopefully jump from the amateur league to the third level in three years to reach the Chinese Super League. It doesn't mean that Shijiazhuang Kung Fu Team is as strong as they are, but they have less debt than other Chinese clubs.
The fact that Shijiazhuang Kung Fu is expected to be in the Chinese Super League within three years doesn't make fans happy, but rather leaves a sad feeling in every heart. A few years ago, the Chinese Super League was still in full swing, but now it has been reduced to the point where it can only be achieved by filling in for China's first division teams. Shouldn't this make the hardcore fans who have always supported Chinese soccer feel sad?
