It has been two days since the registration process for soccer clubs for the new season was unexpectedly delayed in light of the FA's decision, however, there has not yet been any official information revealing which clubs have failed the registration review. According to the latest developments, it seems that the FA intends to adjust the registration deadline again.
According to Football Daily, the Chinese Football Association (CFA) issued a notice to clubs at all levels of the league on December 12, aiming to collect their views on the policies of the professional league for the 2024 season. The research was carried out through a questionnaire, covering various aspects such as league policies, registration conditions and match rules.
Submission of the questionnaire was due by December 14, but it is clear that the research will be difficult to complete before the extended deadline. This certainly signals that the club's registration process will face further delays.
In addition, the Chinese Football Association (CFA) is exploring whether to relax its policy on inter-regional transfers of clubs while reviewing registration issues. Rumors indicate that the long-enforced ban on inter-regional transfers may be about to be repealed.
Recent news suggests that newly promoted Super League team Sichuan Jiuniu may be taking advantage of the Football Association's relaxation of its policy to move the team to Shenzhen to fill the Super League's void in the city. The Shenzhen team has unfortunately been relegated to the first division and is in debt, and there is no word on whether it will be disbanded in the future. If Sichuan Jiuniu successfully moves to Shenzhen, the city will welcome a Chinese Super League team, which is undoubtedly good news for local fans. However, the impact of the FA's relaxation of its transfer policy on the future development of Chinese soccer has been met with a variety of views and opinions.
