On June 29th in Beijing, the Chinese Super League (CSL) is full of exciting matches, and naturally the focus of Chinese soccer will not be absent. Today, a heavyweight clash is set to take place as Shandong Taishan welcome Changchun Yatai to their home ground. The game is crucial for both teams, as Changchun Yatai is currently in fifth place with 20 points, while Shandong Taishan is in sixth place with 18 points, only two points apart. A win or loss will have a direct impact on the rankings of both teams in the Chinese Super League and their ability to compete for the initiative.
On the eve of the focus game, Taishan head coach Choi Kang-hee revealed a heavy news in an interview with the media. Faced with the question of whether Leonardo will return in the middle of the season, Choi Kang-hee directly responded to the denial, and revealed that the team is actively operating other foreign aid to join matters. This is undoubtedly a shot in the arm for the Taishan team. From the team's current situation, Choi Kang-hee is likely to introduce a foreign aid in the mid-field to enhance the team's offensive ability, especially for Cressan to find a suitable striker partner, which is the key to enhance the competitiveness of the team.
According to sources, Taishan's new foreign aid candidates have been locked in. Earlier rumors suggested that a 1.76-meter tall Korean player and a Brazilian player, valued at 1.3 million euros, had become the targets of Taishan. And according to Portuguese media Globe, Taishan's choice of new foreign aid has shifted, with Portuguese shot-stopper Vidigal becoming the team's signing target. The 24-year-old shot-stopper is 1.76 meters tall and is also valued at 1.3 million euros.
Vidigal played for Maritimo in the Portuguese Superliga last season, but was unfortunately relegated with the team. Unwilling to play in the lower leagues with his team, Vidigal is looking for a new start, which also provides an opportunity for Chinese Super League teams. Due to Vidigal's contractual relationship with his current team, Taishan will have to pay a certain transfer fee if they want to bring him in.
The transfer fee of 1.3 million euros is not unaffordable for the Taishan team. Last season, Vidigal contributed 8 goals to the team and was the team's top scorer, thus attracting the attention of many clubs. It is said that two teams have already thrown an olive branch to Vidigal, and Taishan will need to put in some effort if they want to get the scorer.
The foreign aid is not tall, but only worth 1.3 million euros, which is an ideal choice for Taishan team. In recent years, Taishan team in the introduction of foreign aid strategy has changed, more inclined to the European Portuguese Super League players. Analysis suggests that the Taishan team chose Vidigal for the following reasons: first, the team's front line is weak, the need for foreign aid to help force Cressan to improve the efficiency of the attack; secondly, he is low-cost, moderate height, mobile flexibility, speed, in line with the Taishan team's demand for a three-line war; thirdly, the prudent choice of coach Choi Kang-hee, I believe he can pick the right foreign aid.
We look forward to Vidigal joining Tarzan successfully and bringing more support and boost to the team as we work together towards a third-tier title. This is what we share with you today, criticism and correction are welcome and appreciated if they resonate.
