Latest Chinese Super League Transfers: Taishan and Rongcheng Add Key Players, Shenhua Drops 20 Million RMB Star

During the winter break, Chinese Super League clubs are actively adjusting their squads, and the latest transfer news has emerged!

Taishan Strengthens Defense
Shandong Taishan’s midfield and attack are stable, but the backline needed reinforcement. With foreign center-back Lopez leaving and domestic center-backs aging, Taishan recently signed He Yiran from Changchun Yatai, who were relegated to China League One. According to media reports, the deal is essentially complete, pending official announcement.
Interestingly, CSL newcomers Liaoning Ironmen were also interested in He Yiran, but Taishan leveraged their experience as an established club to secure the signing.

Rongcheng Welcomes Alex Chu
After head coach Xu Zhengyuan and key players such as captain Zhou Dingyang and Yan Dinghao departed, Chengdu Rongcheng welcomed 26-year-old Hong Kong international Alex Chu, who played for last season’s champions Shanghai Port, making 13 appearances. Chu’s adaptability and impact on Rongcheng’s upcoming season remain to be seen.

Shenhua Passes on 20 Million RMB Star Li Hao
Shanghai Shenhua has been reshuffling its attack during the winter break, but rumors also linked them to U23 goalkeeper Li Hao. Qingdao West Coast valued him at 20 million RMB. Despite Li’s stellar performance in the U23 Asian Cup, leading the saves chart, Shenhua has decided to abandon the deal.
With Ma Zhen and Xue Qinghao in goal, Shenhua’s real priority is finding a forward to boost their attack—a key task for the winter transfer window.