Recently, Shandong sports media broke the news that Guangzhou's Brazilian naturalized players have been leaving the country due to the setback of the Football Association's player naturalization program, which signals a moratorium on the importation of non-Chinese players to the club in the coming years. Against this backdrop, Delgado has become the lone example of a "non-blood" naturalized player in a domestic professional league.
In the face of this change, the Football Association seems to be interested in relaxing the constraints on Delgado's status as a local player, allowing him to participate in the Chinese Super League in advance as a local player. It is reported that Taishan Football Club is actively discussing Delgado's status with the FA, and the possibility of Delgado's early "transfer" is quietly rising.
For the Taishan team, this is undoubtedly a great benefit. Delgado's return will significantly improve the team's side attack power. Even if Wei Shihao does not join, Delgado's powerful wingers will also effectively strengthen the Taishan team's side strength.
Imagine if Brazilian striker Leonardo could return from his loan spell with Ulsan Hyundai, he, Delgado and Cressan would form Taishan's front three for the new season. With such a powerful attacking combination, I'm afraid any Chinese Super League team's backline will face a huge challenge.
Therefore, if Delgado can early "correct", Shandong Taishan, its strategic significance is self-evident. And whether Taishan club can get what they want, it all depends on the results of their game with the Football Association ......
