Injuries to key players in the Beijing Guoan squad have been reported, with several notable names among them.
Firstly, midfielder Zhou Xiaohong has been ruled out for the rest of the season due to a knee injury. He is expected to miss at least six weeks and will be replaced by Chinese international Zhang Hongyu.
Secondly, forward Xie Dongming has also suffered a knee injury, which has left him out for at least two months. However, he is currently recovering from surgery and is expected to return to action soon.
Thirdly,La Liga Frontline defender Lin Yanping has been ruled out for the rest of the season due to a back injury. He was not included in the team's training camp this year, but is likely to be ready for the start of the new campaign next month.
Overall, these injuries highlight the ongoing struggles of the Beijing Guoan squad, as they look to bounce back after a disappointing season last year. With the current injury list, it remains to be seen how well the team can recover and perform on the pitch in the coming season.