Shenzhen Football Club Unable to Continue Playing in Professional League
Shenzhen Football Club announced on January 22 that they have failed to pass the professional league admission for the 2024 season and will be unable to continue playing in the Chinese professional football league.
The club issued a statement acknowledging their failure to meet the league’s requirements, citing serious historical debts that have made it unsustainable to continue their journey in the league. The club expressed their gratitude to the Shenzhen Municipal Party Committee, Municipal Government, and other supporters for their guidance and support throughout their years of operation.
Despite the setback, the club recognized the achievements of their players, noting that many Shenzhen footballers have been selected into national teams at all levels. The club also expressed their appreciation for the support of their fans, partners, and media reporters.
Shenzhen Football Club expressed their regret at the need to bring an end to their league journey, emphasizing their determination to carry out various follow-up work in the future. The club extended their well wishes to Shenzhen football and Chinese football, expressing their hope that both will continue to improve. They also called for the support of individuals and organizations to contribute to the revitalization of Shenzhen football and Chinese football.
The news comes as a disappointment for both the club and its supporters, but the statement reassures that the club will continue its efforts to support the development of football in Shenzhen and China.
The source of the announcement was a screenshot from Shenzhen Football Club’s official WeChat account.