The Daily New Paper has revealed that domestic famous center back Han Pengfei and right back Mingri have not renewed their contracts with Jinmen Tigers. Han Pengfei was rumored to be a member of the national team due to his outstanding performance during his time at Jinmen Tigers. However, at the age of 32, he is in the twilight of his career and is eagerly awaiting a lucrative contract to ensure a worry-free old age.
Since the share reform, Tianjin Jinmen Tigers have performed solidly in the Chinese Super League, but the investment has not been very aggressive. This has made the team unable to meet Han Pengfei's expectations for a top salary. Against this backdrop, a deep-rooted club in the north extended an olive branch and offered Han a top-salary deal. Fans have speculated that this northern powerhouse may be Beijing Guoan, after all, Han Pengfei is a son of Beijing, his entire career has not played for Guoan, to Guoan jerseys have a difficult to part with emotions.
This Saturday, Tianjin Jinmen Tigers will face Shanghai Harbor on the road, a matchup that could be Han Pengfei's swansong at Jinmen Tigers. But if he doesn't get the top salary he wants next season, he might be shaken up for the future. For Tianjin Jinmen Tigers, who are currently ranked sixth, this game doesn't seem to have much significance. And how will head coach Yu Genwei, who is busy dealing with players' contract renewals, balance his friendship with Shanghai Harbor's "Sky"?
