As the curtain falls on the 2022 Chinese Super League (CSL) season, many clubs are busy paving the way for the new season while players are on vacation. Transfers and contract renewals have become a key part of the preparation for the new season. It is worth mentioning that a new round of foreign aid adjustment is about to take place due to the substandard level of foreign aid. Today, we'll take a look at the latest trends in the transfer market.
Shandong Taishan, a powerhouse team that has been making a lot of moves in the transfer market, is actively seeking a foreign center.
In terms of signings and renewals, Taishan have shown efficiency. Last December, core foreigner Moises successfully renewed his contract and contributed key goals in the FA Cup and semi-finals. The addition of Tong Lei has strengthened the right side of the team. The 25-year-old international was Hao Wei's favorite during his national Olympic coaching career. As for the left back position, the choice has been made and is expected to be officially announced after the FA Cup final. Sun Guowen and Zhong Yihao are expected to be the favorites.
The team is equally set up up front, after all, Tarzan will need other options besides Crezan's offense. The Brazilian striker will be able to be prepared in case of problems for the Taishan team. Crezan needs a competent partner, so strengthening the defender position becomes the team's next upgrade target. It is worth mentioning that Lennardo and Delgado, who returned from loan, also provide more options for the team.
Turkish Super League side Gaziantep, on the other hand, have thrown in the towel on Harbour foreign striker Ndiaye.
N'Diaye has not lived up to expectations at Seaport, and his abilities are dwarfed by those of Oscar, Vargas and even Isakalon. Seaport are desperate to get rid of him in order to free up the foreigner slot before a new coach takes over. According to the Turkish Super League, Gaziantep have made an offer for Ndiaye, with the striker expected to return to the Turkish league. Despite being considered a waterboy in the eyes of Super League fans, Ndiaye's path to promotion does not appear to be smooth.
Chinese Super League side Shenzhen, on the other hand, welcomed official news from Colombia's Barranquilla Youth Club that the team had signed former Super League champion Quintero.
Quintero joined Shenzhen in 2021 and played for one year before returning to his old club River Plate on loan. At the end of the loan period, he did not choose to stay in Shenzhen, but moved to Barranquilla Youth on a free transfer. Now, the Shenzhen team is facing the double pressure of 3.5 billion yuan of debt and Li Tie's case, Quintero's joining may be able to bring a small turnaround for the team. However, with the arrival of Quintero, the departure of other internal and external aid seems to be an inevitable trend.
