Park Hang Seo's favorite unexpectedly appears at his former club

Ha Duc Chinh made a surprise appearance at Becamex HCMC's practice, fueling rumors of a return to his old team for the upcoming season.

Forward Ha Duc Chinh is becoming a focal point in the V.League transfer market after unexpectedly appearing in a recent training session of Becamex HCMC. This move immediately sparked speculation about the possibility of the 1997-born striker returning to the Thu Duc-based team ahead of the new season.

Although Becamex HCMC has not made any official announcement regarding Ha Duc Chinh's future, the presence of the 29-year-old striker at training is seen as a positive sign. It is likely that both parties are in negotiations to reach a contract before the summer 2026 transfer window closes. If the deal goes through, this would be a notable addition to the attack of a team aiming for a promotion spot.

In fact, Ha Duc Chinh is no stranger to Becamex HCMC. The striker from Phu Tho province previously played for this club during the 2024-2025 period, leaving a strong impression thanks to his experience and wide-ranging movement in attack. Therefore, the prospect of him reuniting with his former team has garnered significant attention from fans.

Ha Duc Chinh was once regarded as one of the most promising domestic strikers in Vietnamese football. He came through the PVF training academy, made a name for himself in the colors of SHB Da Nang, and then shone with the Vietnam U20 team at the 2017 FIFA U20 World Cup. Later, he contributed to the Vietnam U23 team's runner-up finish at the 2018 AFC U23 Championship and helped the Vietnam U22 team win the SEA Games 30 gold medal under coach Park Hang Seo.

At the national team level, Ha Duc Chinh has earned 18 caps for the Vietnam national team and was a familiar face during the country's successful period. His off-the-ball movement, pressing, and positioning inside the box have helped him make a difference on multiple occasions, although he is not a prolific goal-scoring striker.

However, in recent years, Ha Duc Chinh's career has been significantly affected by injuries and inconsistent form. Nonetheless, at the age of 29, the former Vietnamese international is still expected to rediscover himself if given the opportunity in a suitable environment. Therefore, his appearance at Becamex HCMC's training ground has further made the possibility of a reunion between the two parties a topic of great interest to fans during this summer's transfer window.