With the spring breeze, the drums of the Chinese Super League (CSL) were beating on April 15, and the new season's journey began with much anticipation. This year's league is not only looking forward to a visual feast, but also holds the hope for the rebirth of Chinese soccer after the dissolution of many clubs due to financial problems and the investigation of the top executives of the Football Association, Chen Xuyuan and Du Zhaocai. The movement of naturalized players is also in the spotlight, and the news of Fernando's return is even more exciting, as he is rumored to be in top form and about to return to the field!
Back in the past, the national football team in Li Tie, Li Xiaopeng coaching period, the use of naturalized players strategy has been repeatedly criticized by the outside world, especially non-blood naturalized players are facing the test of trust and support. As Guangzhou's economic woes worsened, non-blood naturalized players left for other countries. In the new season, Eckerson returned to Chengdu, while Fernando chose to join Shandong Taishan after a long period of wandering without a home.
As a former "little motorcycle" in the Chinese Super League, Fernando was regarded as the most promising naturalized player in the future of the Chinese men's football team before he became a naturalized player. However, under the command of Li Tie, he insisted on training but unfortunately suffered a serious injury. After returning home, Fernando has not played for two years. According to his personal wish, he has been eager to return to the green field of the Chinese Super League!
After returning to Shandong Taishan, Fernando's form has become the center of attention. According to the latest reports from soccer magazines, Fernando has maintained his physique quite well, which undoubtedly highlights his tireless efforts over the past two years. The media analyzed that once he recovers, Fernando is expected to play a key role in the team!
This good news is undoubtedly a great encouragement to Shandong Taishan and coach Jankovic. Fernando's return is like adding a "foreign aid" to the team, and at the national soccer level, Jankovic will also have a strong assistant. With the return of Ekson and Fernando, a new dawn is expected for the national soccer team (Lao Qiu's Chinese Super League commentary).
