Just recently, Fellaini, the meritorious captain of our Luneng, announced his retirement, which surprised and regretted many Shandong fans. In retrospect, Fellaini's performances in the Chinese Super League and AFC Champions League last season were so strong that it felt like he could play for another two years without pressure. But who would have thought that he chose to say goodbye at his peak.
Fellaini's departure is not only a big loss for the Taishan team, but also a big loss for the entire Chinese Super League. After all, this guy always surprises us on the field. Every time the Tarzan team is in trouble in the game, it depends on how Fellaini turns the tide, and his trademark header almost becomes a lifesaver for the Tarzan team. It is no exaggeration to say that Fellaini is the best captain in the hearts of Shandong fans, and his captain's armband is not worn for nothing.
The years when Fellaini chose to pan for gold in the Chinese Super League happened to be the first period of Chinese Super League gold yuan football. His performance in the Taishan team is definitely worth the salary of that top foreign player. In the 2021 season, the Taishan team was able to win the double, and Fellaini contributed a lot. When his contract expired and the club wanted to renew it, Fellaini declined. It may be that for him, after financial freedom, he pursued a different life, not endless competition.
Despite his retirement announcement, Fellaini has received a number of offers from the team, proving that he is still in strong form. But he chose to hang up his boots and end his career. Such a decision undoubtedly makes fans feel sorry, but it is also a respect for his personal wishes.
Fellaini became the first foreign player to officially retire at Luneng, an honor that is the best affirmation of his career. Fans are hoping that Fellaini will return to the club next season for a retirement ceremony of his own. Because, Fellaini's outstanding achievements for the Tarzan team are definitely worthy of a grand celebration.
As fans, although we can't play alongside Marouane Fellaini on the pitch, we will send our sincerest wishes to him in our own way. Fellaini's retirement is not only the end of an era, but also the beginning of a new one. I hope that his future life will be full of happiness and satisfaction, and at the same time, I also hope that the Taishan team can continue to inherit Fellaini's fighting spirit and create more brilliance.