Shanghai Shenhua signs Kim Shin-wook as assistant coach

Shanghai Shenhua, one of China's most successful football clubs, has announced the signing of Kim Shin-wook as their new assistant coach. The announcement was made on the club's official website and confirms that Kim will join the team in the coming weeks.

Kim is a former professional footballer who played for various clubs in South Korea before joining Shanghai Shenhua in 2017. He has also worked as a coach at several other clubs in Asia, including Guangzhou Evergrande and Changchun Yatai.

Kim's appointment as assistant coach comes at a crucial time for Shanghai Shenhua, who have struggled to maintain their form this season. With the club currently sitting bottom of the Chinese Super League table, Kim's experience and knowledge could prove invaluable as they look to turn things around.

In a statement released by the club, General Manager Xu Xiaodong said: "We are delighted to welcome Kim Shin-wook to our coaching staff. His wealth of experience and expertise in the sport will be a valuable asset to our team as we work towards improving our performance."

The move is also likely to please fans of the club, who have been calling for more experienced coaches to help guide the team towards success. Kim's arrival comes after the departure of former head coach Guan Dongliang, who left the club earlier this month following a disagreement with the management.

With Kim now onboard, Shanghai Shenhua will hope to see improvement in their performances under his guidance. As the season progresses, it remains to be seen how effective Kim can be in helping the team turn things around and secure a place in the top flight.