Chinese reporter advises Đình Bắc on one thing if going abroad

Following the U23 Asian Championship, Nguyễn Đình Bắc was surprisingly recommended by a Chinese journalist to think about joining China League One instead of taking a gamble on Japan or South Korea.

After his brilliant performance at the U23 Asian Championship, striker Nguyễn Đình Bắc has become a name attracting attention not only regionally but also from Chinese media. Amid speculation about his potential overseas transfer, the young player from Hanoi Police FC received unexpected advice from a Chinese sports reporter regarding a possible future destination.

According to some sources, Guangxi Hengchen FC – a club recently promoted to China League One – is considering signing Nguyễn Đình Bắc based on his performances on the continental stage. This news quickly caught the interest of Chinese media, including 163.com, sparking diverse opinions on the best career path for the 2005-born striker.

Qiu Zeyun, a prominent Chinese sports journalist, stated that Guangxi Hengchen is a more sensible choice for Đình Bắc than taking the risk of moving to Japan or South Korea. He explained: “Guangxi Hengchen is also a good option for Nguyễn Đình Bắc. The club won the China League Two title last year, securing promotion to League One with five rounds to spare…”he added, emphasizing the club’s long-term development potential within Chinese football.

Furthermore, Qiu Zeyun challenged the view that Đình Bắc should only aim for the J-League or K-League. He argued that such expectations are overly optimistic for a player just 21 years old. “Compared to Japan and South Korea, I believe China League One suits Nguyễn Đình Bắc better, as he is a young star only 21 years old.”the reporter commented.

Beyond the professional development perspective, Qiu Zeyun also sees Đình Bắc as a strategic and financial fit for Guangxi Hengchen. “If Guangxi Hengchen can successfully sign Đình Bắc, it would represent a fresh approach for Chinese clubs…”he analyzed, comparing Đình Bắc’s transfer value with players currently in the J-League to highlight the feasibility of the deal.

However, the reality is that Đình Bắc’s future remains uncertain. The Nghệ An-born striker still has a contract with Hanoi Police FC until 2027 and has never publicly mentioned plans to play abroad. Therefore, the advice from Chinese media should be regarded as a reference viewpoint rather than a sign of an imminent decision.