Yunnan Yukun's preparation for the new season
On March 5, the newest club in China's First Division, Yunnan Yukun, kicked off the new season at the Yuxi Highland Sports Center. Manager Li Jinyu faced the media and analyzed the preparation strategy for the new season.
Talking about the changes in foreign aid policy, Li Jin Yu said: "The new policy will have a far-reaching impact on the pattern of the Chinese Super League, and it is undoubtedly a brand new test for every club. Although China's first division has not yet kicked off, the changes to the Chinese Super League will undoubtedly have far-reaching consequences. In addition to the five foreign aiders, some teams also have naturalized and Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan players to join, a team of six foreign aiders configuration, undoubtedly on the league viewing degree and the pace of competition to bring a significant increase."
Li Jin Yu further said, "Currently, China's first division is limited to three foreign aiders, but our team has a clear goal. Even though we can't use foreign aid evenly on all three lines, we are confident that we will play every game well."
Talking about the current situation of the team, Li Jin Yu revealed: "As a newcomer to the league, we need time to adapt to the high-level league. This year's team lineup is a big change, with many excellent players joining the team, but team bonding is still in progress. We will do our best to get good results in the tournament."
Regarding Yukon Club's large investment, Li Jin Yu said, "The team's investment of 100 million dollars has been highly publicized. Our strength lies in the stability of the team. The overall operation of soccer was unstable last year, but I did a good job in protecting the players. Chairman Cai has been committed to creating family bonds for the players with a huge emotional investment. We will not expand blindly, but keep our feet on the ground."
Facing the target of the new season, Li Jin Yu said: "This season is more low-key, starting from relegation. China A-League is unfamiliar to the players and we need to familiarize ourselves with the game. With the addition of new foreign aid, it will take time to play well. We will learn more about other teams and try to achieve good results in the new season."
Li Jin Yu also said: "The first round of the new season, the teams are more fully committed and prepared. Each level of the league has its own characteristics and challenges, but the difficulties are actually similar. When we were in the B-League, the games were more variable and there was more chance. But going into the A-League, we need more rhythm and change."
Talking about Yuxi 1700 meters plateau environment, Li Jinyu humorously said, "Plateau environment has advantages and disadvantages, but the key lies in the team performance. Regardless of the weather and advantages, the most important thing is to do well."
