He Xiao Ke, a young talent in the prime of his life, has distinguished himself in the National Junior Team and the National Youth Team with his outstanding strength. His name rings a bell, but his path to youth has been full of twists and turns. Having traveled overseas for further studies at an early age, his contract is coming to an end this season, and Shandong Taishan, the place he longed for, seems to be the place he dreams of returning to. However, his choice of road is not all smooth sailing, Shandong Taishan although agreed to his request, but attached a harsh condition - if returned to China, must return to Shandong Taishan.
Now, his study abroad journey has hit a low point. Procedural issues kept him off the field for a while, and even though the issues have been resolved, coaching decisions have left him in an awkward position. Not only is he the team's eighth forward, he's a fringe player who rarely gets a chance to make the roster. Youth passes in waiting, his development seems to stagnate, and the gap between him and Xie Wenneng becomes increasingly obvious. He was faced with a difficult choice: join a lower league or return to Shandong Taishan. And in his heart, he longs to be on the pitch, having failed to play for six consecutive games.
I sincerely hope he can find his place soon. I believe that under the discerning eye of Choi Kang-hee, He Xiao Ke will be able to find his own place in the coach's tactical system if he can fully express himself.
