After the twists and turns of the season came to an end, Shandong Taishan Club has a lot of emotions, both the regret of losing the championship, but also the magical turn of Cui Kangxi's critical appointment. Nevertheless, the team won the praise of the fans, whether it is gained or lost, for the new season of Taishan injected expectations.
However, the journey of the new season is full of unknowns, especially the departure of Fellaini and Moises, which almost disintegrated the front attack line of Taishan. Choi Kang-hee's reorganization of the attacking strategy will not only affect the team's performance, but also determine the future of the team. Meanwhile, transfer rumors are swirling around the team, and fans are anxiously awaiting an official statement.
First of all, the adjustments to the wide receivers have taken hold, and surprises have ensued.
With the departure of Fellaini, Moises and the abandonment of Pato, Kressan and Jadason have become the current foreigners in the Shandong Taishan team. In short, reinforcements have become the team's top priority!
Zeca, POSCO's central attacker and a recognized powerhouse in the K-League, has decided to join Shandong Taishan. Although Taishan has not yet made an official announcement, Zeca himself and the head coach of POSCO have already revealed it to the media. Currently, everything is waiting for the medical examination process after Zeca's arrival. Only if everything goes well, Taishan will make an official announcement, which is in line with the club's usual style.
Judging by his performances in the K-League, Zeca is highly anticipated as Fellaini's successor.
Zakaishvili is also in the final stages of negotiations. The forward attacker, who is highly skilled, was instrumental in winning the title for Ulsan Hyundai. Taesan expect him to fill Moises' shoes and continue to freshen up the team's attacking veins.
Baek Seung-ho, a hot international player in South Korea and the centerpiece of Hyundai North's midfield, has become the biggest variable for Taesan at the moment. Taesan will do whatever it takes to get him, hoping that he will become the team's midfield leader.
Shandong Taishan has shown enough sincerity and is willing to offer a high salary. Currently, Baek Seung-ho is facing the temptation to go to Europe for development. If Jeonbuk Hyundai fails to offer a sufficient transfer fee, he may not leave easily. Bundesliga Darmstadt and Mainz have also extended an olive branch to him, but he is still hesitating. At this point, Choi Kang-hee needs to communicate with him in depth. Perhaps Baek Seung-ho's problem is not insurmountable.
Cressan and Jadson, together with the above three foreign aiders, the team has five foreign aiders. According to the usual practice, the foreign aid quota has been filled. However, the club's internal news said that the team will continue to look for foreign aid, and the return of the Chinese Super League Golden Boot Leonardo is also on the agenda.
Previously, there were reports that Leonardo would not return to Taishan because the team's tactics did not suit him. However, Taishan did not want to give up the excellent player, whose excellent form has attracted great attention from the club, and Choi Kang-hee did not directly deny his return.
In this way, together with the Asian foreign aid Baek Seung-ho, Shandong Taishan will have six foreign aiders. Taishan team has never been so rich. This is due to Cui Kangxi's confidence in the team's performance and the new trend of the club's share reform. Taishan's majority shareholder, Culture and Tourism, is no longer interfering, and the team's financial situation will improve as more new investors will be brought in for the new season.
Secondly, tactical innovation will be key to the new season.
Cui Kangxi has a comprehensive understanding of Shandong Taishan and will fully upgrade the team's tactical system in the new season.
The overall tactical pattern remains high center-based, but in the future, Taishan's offense will combine air and ground, no longer confined to fixed formations and positions, and will engage in flexible penetration and edge breakthroughs. The offensive tactics will bring a brand new experience.
Cressan will no longer be just a pure attacker, but a well-rounded free agent up front. He is expected to replace Moises as the tactical centerpiece up front. Cressan's ability to hold up the ball, break through and shoot from distance, as well as his familiarity with the Chinese Super League, make him an ideal candidate for this position.
Newcomer Zakayishvili will be the right hand man for Kressan. He is excellent in the side attack, and is also quite strong in the middle and the front line. In the attacking system of the front field, Kressan is the dominant and Zakayishvili is the auxiliary, the two will become the double engine of the front field of Taishan.
Up front, Zeca will be the starter. If Leonardo returns, he will get a chance to play. Ideally Leonardo and Zeca would start at the same time, forming a high and fast attacking combination. Considering the limitations on the number of foreigners in the Chinese Super League, Leonardo and Zakayishvili will compete for playing opportunities, while Zeca, Kressan, Baek Seung-ho and Jadson will have relatively stable positions.
It is foreseeable that these foreigners will play at the same time in the AFC Champions League, but in the domestic league, Choi Kang-hee will make his choices based on the player's form and the opponent's situation. However, Kressan, Zakayishvili and Baek Seung-ho are all-round midfielders and will not be limited by tactics or position.
Third, domestic players will also see a new upgrade.
While introducing foreign aid, Taishan team is also paying attention to the domestic transfer market. Currently, the right back and center back positions need to be strengthened.
Although there are numerous right backs, the age structure and strengths and weaknesses do not match Choi Kang-hee's requirements. The center back position is the focus of the team, which suffered too many losses at center back last season. Jadson and Zheng Zheng are starters, but are on the older side. Bringing in good center backs is necessary.
In addition, some loaned out players will return in the winter break, such as Duan Liuyu, Yi Xianlong, and Baihelamu, who may return to the team. Guo Tianyu reportedly communicated with the club and is expected to return to the team to continue his career.
To summarize, the Tayshauns will have an unprecedented lineup for the winter break. Players joining and leaving will affect their future. If they fail to capitalize on the opportunity, they may be traded by the club.
put at the end
Taishan are currently training in South Korea in preparation for the AFC Champions League group stage and the start of the winter break.
Cui Kangxi and the club on the preparation and planning of the new season for the initial communication, received the support of the management. Shandong Taishan will be fully upgraded in the new season, and the fighting force will be greatly improved, with results on all fronts expected to break through. Cui Kangxi in the new season set the goal of at least win a championship, to return the trust of the club and fans.
If these plans can be successfully implemented, the newborn Shandong Taishan will once again make the Chinese Super League attention.