Recently, the news about Yan Xinli and Shanghai Shenhua has caused quite a stir in the football world. As a casual football fan, I can't help but want to say something about it. First of all, Yan Xinli's situation is indeed a bit embarrassing. The full-back, who has Chinese ancestry, was originally expected to become the next Jiang Guangtai, but the reality is often crueler than imagined.
Yan Xinli's professionalism is commendableThe tenacity of continuing to play after being injured in the FA Cup final is admirable. But at the end of the day, football is a world where strength speaks. His 2023 season has been underwhelming, with just two assists in 29 appearances, not to mention the low-level mistake of being sent off for not hearing the referee's whistle.
In the brutal arena of professional football,Strength is king。Yan Xinli occupied a foreign aid spot, but his performance did not meet expectations. As fans, we certainly hope that every foreign player can play a huge role in helping the team achieve better results. However, Yan Xinli's situation is obviously far from the performance of the "foreign aid level" that we expected.
On the other hand, the topic of naturalized players has always been sensitive in the Chinese football community. Yan Xinli's case may spark another discussion about naturalization policy. The naturalization policy mentioned by Song Kai when he took office, choosing to focus on the ability of players who are related by blood, is a complex topic in itself. Naturalizing players is not only a matter of skill and ability, but also about the overall strategy and future development of the national team.
Yan Xinli's experience also reminds usNaturalization is not ***。Some Chinese players, like Li Ke and Jiang Guangtai, have performed well in the European League, but not every Chinese player is suitable for the Chinese Super League. Yan Xinli's strength is more suitable for the Finnish league he played in before. His case may make domestic clubs more focused on strength and adaptability when considering naturalised players.
In addition, Yan Xinli's future has also attracted my attention. He could return to the Finnish league and that could be a good option for him. Playing in an environment that suits you is better able to play to your strengths. At the same time, it is also a warning that not every player with Chinese ancestry can shine in the Super League.
For Shanghai Shenhua, giving up the contract renewal of Yan Xinli is a difficult but realistic choice. Shenhua, as a hot spot in the domestic transfer market, has more options to strengthen the squad. The future of the team should be on the players who have both the quality and the ability to integrate into the team
In general, the story of Yan Xinli and Shenhua is a story about ideals and reality, talent and opportunities. As fans, we are not only lamented by Yan Xinli's misfortune, but also look forward to Shenhua's future choices. The world of football is always uncertain, and the fate of each player is constantly writing new chapters. Let's stay tuned to this world of passion and possibility!