What is the significance of retaining the Chinese coaching team? It is reported that the top management of the Football Association believes that the local coaching team has a facilitating effect on the integration of foreign coaches, at the same time, Zheng Zhi and other senior players to join is to enhance the centripetal force of the team, which is precisely the key considerations of the Football Association to insist on retaining the local coaching lineup.
With the FA's decision officially in place, news of Zheng Zhi's future to continue playing for the national team is spreading. According to Li Xuan, Zheng Zhi's new move will be revealed soon. It is rumored that Zheng Zhi will travel with Ivankovic to Shandong after he assumes the post to conduct a site visit to Shandong Luneng's players. Immediately after that, Zheng Zhi will work side by side with Ivankovic and visit various places to provide valuable input for the finalization of the roster.
The decision of the Chinese Football Association certainly reflects the trust in Zheng Zhi. After all, the new coach, Ivankovic, has little knowledge of the players and may not even be able to memorize their names. In this context, Zheng Zhi's presence undoubtedly provides valuable decision-making support for Ivankovic. Furthermore, as a model for local young coaches, Zheng Zhi is expected to lead more young coaches to the national team leadership position in the future under the guidance of Ivankovic.
