Express, Beijing time on February 5, Japan's well-known media sponichi disclosed, J League powerhouse Osaka Sakura is discussing with Shanghai Shenhua, is expected to re-welcome the former foreign aid center back Jonić, transfer matters have entered the final stage.
It is reported that the transfer dispute between Cerezo Osaka and Shanghai Shenhua has come to an end, and the two sides are in the process of in-depth negotiations on contract details. With their core defense, Ayumu Seguro, moving to Grasshopper in the Swiss Super League, Osaka Sakura are in dire need of strengthening their backline, and the return of Jonic is a shot in the arm for the team.
Since joining Osaka Sakura in 2017, Croatian-born Jonic has made 156 appearances, scoring a solid 13 goals, and has been the lynchpin of the team's backline and helped the team win both the Nippon Confederation Cup and Emperor's Cup honors.
Jonic had joined Shanghai Shenhua under the guidance of Cui Kangxi, replacing Mbia. During his time at Shenhua, he was an eye-catching performer, contributing 1.1 steals, 1.2 blocks, 3.9 breakaways, and 0.6 blocked shots per game, with his defensive prowess evident. He initially signed a two-year contract with Shenhua that expires at the end of 2022. (Source: DD)
