
Shanghai Shenhua odds
ChinaFounded 1993| Player | Fee | From | To | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Jun 24, 2025 | |||
| €150,000 | Jan 28, 2024 | |||
| — | Jan 28, 2024 | |||
| — | Mar 30, 2023 | |||
| — | Mar 30, 2023 | |||
| — | Feb 26, 2021 | |||
| — | Feb 26, 2021 | |||
| — | Jan 31, 2021 |
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Shanghai ShenhuaTransfer Analysis
A comprehensive look at Shanghai Shenhua's transfer activity over the past decade.
Transfer Activity
How active has Shanghai Shenhua been in the transfer market over the past decade?
Shanghai Shenhua has been relatively quiet in the transfer market, completing 12 transfers over the past 5 seasons. This includes 8 incoming moves and 4 departures. The most active season was 2020/21 with 4 transactions, while 2021/22 saw just 1.
Transfer Spending
A breakdown of investment and sales revenue across each season.
Over the past decade, Shanghai Shenhua has invested a total of €150K in incoming transfers while recouping €0 from player sales. This results in a net spend of €150K, making the club a balanced in the market. The club's biggest spending season was 2023/24 with €150K invested.
Transfer Window Patterns
When does Shanghai Shenhua prefer to do their business?
Shanghai Shenhua is preferring to operate in the summer window. The summer window accounts for 67% of all transfer activity (8 moves), compared to 33% in January (4 moves). Summer spending totals €0 vs €150K in winter windows.
Net Spend Evolution
Tracking the balance between investment and sales over time.
The cumulative net spend chart tracks Shanghai Shenhua's overall market position over time. Values above zero indicate net profit (more sold than spent), while values below represent net investment. Currently, the club sits at a cumulative spend of €150K. The balance between spending and sales has remained relatively stable.
Positions Targeted
Which areas of the squad has Shanghai Shenhua invested in?
Shanghai Shenhua's recruitment has been heavily focused on defender recruitment, with Defenders representing 50% of incoming transfers (4 signings). Attacker arrivals account for another 38% (3 players).
Positions Sold From
Where has Shanghai Shenhua seen the most outgoing activity?
The club has seen most departures from Attacker positions (75%, 3 players), followed by Goalkeepers at 25% (1 players). While recruitment has focused on defenders, departures have predominantly been attackers, indicating a deliberate shift in squad composition.
Biggest Signings
The most expensive players to arrive at Shanghai Shenhua.
The most significant investment was Wilson Manafá for €150K, arriving from Granada in 2024.. The total spent on these top signings represents 100% of all incoming transfer fees.
Fee Breakdown
How does Shanghai Shenhua's spending distribute across price brackets?
The majority of Shanghai Shenhua's incoming business (88%) has been Free transfers. This suggests a cost-conscious approach, maximising value from free transfers.
Signing Age Profile
What age groups has Shanghai Shenhua targeted in recruitment?
Shanghai Shenhua has focused on 26-29 signings, with 50% of arrivals in this age bracket. Only 13% of signings were 30 or older. This indicates a focus on prime-age players for immediate contribution.
Free Transfers
How much value has Shanghai Shenhua found in the free agent market?
Free transfers have accounted for 88% of incoming moves over the past decade. Notable free signings include Luís Asué, André Luis, Ibrahim Amadou. In total, Shanghai Shenhua has brought in 7 players without a transfer fee.
Loan Movements
How has Shanghai Shenhua utilized the loan market?
Shanghai Shenhua has utilized the loan market extensively, bringing in temporary reinforcements, sending out 2 players and bringing in 6 on temporary deals over the decade. The most loan activity came in 2020/21 with 2 moves.





