This season Beijing Guoan can be said to be constantly twists and turns, whether in reinforcements, coach turnover or foreign aid adjustment. Following Stanley Menzo's dismissal, Portuguese coach Luis Suarez took over, Guoan's performance did not significantly improve, Zhang Xizhe was abandoned even more impact on the team's performance. However, the recent state of Guoan rebound, despite the AFC Cup has been out, but the league ranked fourth, thanks to Suarez timely tactical adjustments to restart the use of Zhang Xizhe, as well as Abreu in nine games contributed to the six goals and three assists.
During the Chinese Super League break, Guoan suffered a new problem. It is doubtful that foreigners De Souza and Ademi will continue to play, as they have been mediocre this season and could perhaps be replaced by homegrown players. De Souza's possible retirement due to injury, and his hints on social media that he is about to announce his future plans, could have a negative impact on Guoan.
Even if De Souza intends to retire, he should discuss it with Guoan, otherwise it seems irresponsible. A more likely scenario is that De Souza suffers a serious knee injury and will not be able to play for Guoan again for the whole season, which is no different from retirement. Fortunately, De Sousa's free agency will have little impact on Guoan. The 1+1 contract that Li Ming signed with him is unlikely to be enforced due to De Souza's poor form.
Another foreigner, Ademi, is in a more difficult situation, with a clear intention to move. Three teams are interested in bringing him in, with Dinamo Zagreb willing to offer 1 million euros, but Guoan is not accepting. Ademi is currently valued at €2.5 million, and as a Macedonian international, he has been bought and sold for €1 million each. Despite the fact that there seems to be no damage, Guoan still wants to maximize the benefits. Previously, a team offered 2 million euros, but Guoan refused.
Today, Ademi can be sold for 2 million euros, about 15 million yuan. In view of Guoan's unstable record, Li Ming and the head coach did not dare to let Ademi go rashly. Now, missed a good opportunity to stop the loss of the Europa League transfer window is about to close, Ademi's stay and go into mystery. Meanwhile, Guoan has a number of players with expiring contracts, including Yang Liyu and Gao Tianyi. Given Guoan's current situation, they prefer to renew their contracts.
Yang Liyu, who has only signed a one-year contract this season, has made 21 appearances and scored five goals, making him a key player on the side for Guoan. Gao Tianyi, on the other hand, was relegated to the bench. Considering the age of Ji Zhongguo and Park Sung, two veteran midfielders, Guoan's future midfield is expected to be partnered by Li Ke, Zhang Yuan and Gao Tianyi. As an international player, Gao Tianyi is also eager to start. Currently, Guoan is ranked fourth in the league, and the goal of hitting the top three should not be ignored. Solve the problem of De Sousa and Ademi to stay is the first task of Guoan, Ademi has withdrawn from the Macedonian national team, transfer matters to be determined.
