China Super League (soccer league)
The transfer war is about to start, although the league is still half a month away, Shandong Taishan as the new double champion, the introduction of foreign aid has become a pressing issue. Jadson's crucial goal in the F.A.C.A. Cup final seems to indicate that he will renew his contract with Taishan. However, the Taishan club is privately busy regarding the adjustments of strikers and midfielders, especially the doubtful renewal of Moises' contract. Now, the rumors of Portuguese Premier League striker Cressan joining the club are buzzing, but it seems that this is just the starting point for Taishan to reshape their forward line.
The most concerned target for Taishan's reinforcement in the new season is to find a foreign center forward with what type and level of play. With Guo Tianyu's stay and Leonardo's loan, this position has been quietly vacant. Numerous Asian and African players were recommended, but never see the next step. According to a reporter on the 9th, Taishan team not only seeks a tall center forward, but also wants to have a versatile striker, and the age should not be too big. The reason why Cressan has become a favorite, is his "can be in the side" characteristics, which will greatly enrich the Taishan team's front attack. In order to comprehensively examine the Klaxon, some people even went to Portugal to "scout" his performance. Just four days ago, Cressan also contributed a goal against Guo Tianyu's new owner, Vizela, which further strengthened Taishan's determination to pursue him.
Cressan has been with Santa Clara for only two years and has already proven himself in the Portuguese Premier League. He made 24 appearances last season, contributing 4 goals and 7 assists, and also made 19 appearances in the first 25 rounds of the new season, scoring 7 goals and assisting 2. After Guo Tianyu's departure, Taishan is in dire need of a pivot striker. Cressan, who is 1.90 meters tall and specializes in right wingers, fits this role. What's more, he doesn't require high treatment, and he has played in the Saudi Arabia League and has experience in Asian tournaments.
Cressan is expected to join Taishan, but his teammates may also welcome a new face. This does not refer to Sun Junho, but rather Moises, who has not agreed to a contract extension with the club. Despite his limited playing time last season, Moises showed top level of the Chinese Super League in key games. However, his contract is set to expire on July 21 and there has been no definite news of his return. Some Barclays Premier League clubs are eyeing Moises, and there are even rumors that Santos is in talks with his agent.
Moises currently earns 4.5 million euros a year, which is a key factor in contract extension negotiations. With the Chinese Super League's salary limit stipulating an annual salary of no more than 3 million euros, his prospects of staying with the team are unclear. If the two sides can't reach an agreement, Taishan may also bring in a new frontcourt player. As for when to make the move, it depends on whether Moises will still play in the first half of the 2022 Chinese Super League season in the event of a non-renewal of his contract.
It is difficult for all parties to give a positive response regarding the Cressan deal as the Chinese Super League transfer window has not yet opened. However, his trip to China has basically been finalized and will depart at the end of March at the earliest. As for Santa Clara's two rounds of Portuguese Premier League on March 12 and 19, Cressan said he will no longer play for his old boss.
