While the Chinese Super League (CSL) has been suspended and the national teams are preparing for their matches, the players are enjoying a moment of peace and quiet, but the clubs' operations are not stopping, especially when certain clubs are still in limbo, such as Wuhan Sanzhen, the dominant player of the CSL in the 2022 season. Since September, Sanzhen has been in a financial crisis due to the withdrawal of its investors, and the salaries of its coaches and players may also be in jeopardy. The situation is complicated and there is no clear solution for the time being.
Fans are equally worried, have been through the hotline to the relevant departments in Wuhan, Wuhan soccer management center has responded, on the one hand, reiterated that the three towns will not be disbanded, responding to the outside world's most worried about the question, but also the official position. On the other hand, the management center said that the team will fully prepare for the Asian Championship and strive for good results. At the same time, it revealed that all parties are actively coordinating and the matter is being gradually resolved.
Tri-Town investors settled their debt by September, easing the doubts of new investors, most of whom were reluctant to take over the mess left by their predecessors. The outside world is optimistic about Tri-Town's self-redemption. However, Jiangsu, Liaoning, Chongqing and Guangzhou have already exited and we need to keep a close eye on the matter. It is rare for Jiangsu to exit the year after winning the title. Wuhan Zall also had no choice but to dissolve, Wuhan soccer does not want to lose another professional team.
Up to now, Wuhan Three Town has played 24 rounds in the league, won 10, drew 9 and lost 5, accumulating 39 points and ranking sixth. There is a 14-point gap with top-ranked Seaport, and with six rounds remaining, hopes for the title are slim. The team's focus has shifted to the Asian tournament, aiming to shine in this year's AFC Champions League, especially after returning to Malcolm on loan, to ensure at least a group finish. Meanwhile, Three Town need to fight for the top three in the league, currently only five points off second-place Taishan, to qualify for the 2024 AFC Champions League and continue their three-front war next season.
