Dembele Announces Departure as CSL Foreigner.

The news that French forward Dembele has announced his departure from Chinese Super League club Shanghai Shenhua has been confirmed by the team's official website. The 22-year-old player, who joined the club in January last year, had been linked with a move to other clubs in Europe.

In a statement released on the club's website, Dembele said: "I have made the decision to leave Shanghai Shenhua and continue my career elsewhere."

The departure of Dembele is a significant blow for the club, which has struggled for form this season. He scored six goals in just 14 appearances for the club, but his performances were not enough to secure a place in their starting lineup.

Shanghai Shenhua will now look to find a replacement for Dembele, who was one of the most promising young talents in European football before he moved to China. They may turn to younger players or sign another experienced forward to fill the void left by Dembele's departure.

Despite the loss of Dembele, Shanghai Shenhua remains a strong contender for promotion to the top tier of Chinese football. They have already qualified for the AFC Champions League and have shown their ability to compete at the highest level of the domestic league.

However, they will need to find a way to cope without Dembele if they want to maintain their progress in the upcoming season. His departure could be a setback for the club, but it also presents an opportunity for them to rebuild their squad and prepare for next season's challenges.