Zhou Peng Returns to Guangdong on Low-Salary Deal, Aims for Championship Push

On August 29, 2026, news from Guangdong brought an exciting update: Zhou Peng officially announced his return to Guangdong. He has signed a one-year C-level contract. Although it is a C-level deal, the salary is not considered high. According to reports, this return comes through a relatively low-salary player contract, while Zhou Peng has shown strong feelings and commitment toward the team, even putting the No. 11 jersey back on.

Later, Zhou Peng posted an update himself. From his statement, he made it clear: he is only pursuing the desire for competition and a championship that is in his heart. He is willing to contribute, improve, and fight, and he wants to leave the rest of his strength to Guangdong Hongyuan. His message was very clear: Zhou Peng hopes to help the team return to championship contention. This summer, Guangdong adjusted its coaching staff, while the team also has many young players. Zhou Peng's presence can not only stabilize the team but also help younger players develop. He still believes he can help the team make a push for the championship, which is his ultimate goal.

Zhou Peng further shared his thoughts, saying that he would do his best to help the team make a championship push. Therefore, he is expected to make some sacrifices in the future. Previously, Zhou Peng also served as a coach for Shenzhen, and if the team needs him, he can provide assistance. More importantly, if Zhou Peng eventually cannot continue playing and decides to retire, he could also join the coaching staff.

At the same time, Zhou Peng expressed his gratitude to Shenzhen. One reason he left Guangdong was to continue playing, and Shenzhen gave him that opportunity while also being close to his home. In addition, his coaching experience was an important stage in his development. Now that he has returned to Guangdong, his leadership and ability to direct play are expected to provide further help for the team.