The National Football League's showdown against Oman in the Round of 12 came to a close at dawn on Wednesday, and the team whirled around to set their sights on the Asian Cup tournament in the coming year. Much attention has been paid to the future of the four non-blooded naturalized players, Aixon, Fernando, Luo Guofu and Alan. Oriental Sports Daily provides an in-depth analysis of their current situation and potential destinations.
From an emotional point of view, it would undoubtedly be ideal if Iverson could return to the Chinese Super League. However, with the overall investment in the Chinese Super League and the downward adjustment of foreign aid salary standards, naturalized players are difficult to maintain the salary level in the Chinese league in the past, and the plan of Eckerson's return to the Chinese Super League has been temporarily shelved.
Of the four, Lo Kok Fu seems to have the most market value. According to Brazilian media reports, the Barclays Premier League powerhouse Juventud is interested in bringing him in. Previously, the Brazilian B team Gremio, Chryssiu Cavalry, and the Brazilian Liga Fortaleza have all expressed strong interest in the "Bison". However, as the Brazilian league transfer window is closed, Lok Fu will have to wait until the summer window opens at the earliest.
Another naturalized player, Allan, is expected to be re-signed by Fluminense, the Barclays Premier League club where he played, as the former UEFA Cup top scorer scored 25 goals in 88 appearances for Fluminense in the 2008-2010 season.
While Allan and Lok Guofu, both 32 and 33, have had no shortage of takers, Fernando has not seen any transfer rumors so far. In the past two years, Fernando has not played a single match for the national team, making him a major failure in the naturalization wave.
In the new season, the belonging of the four naturalized players will be a major focus. In fact, they still have the ability to play for the Chinese team, but the future relationship with the national football team is full of unknown.
