K League 2 Cheonan City FC returns to loan from local boy Kim Sung-joo → Strengthen defense power
Jul 24, 2025
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Cheonan announced Kim Sung-joo's return on the 24th. Kim Sung-joo, who has become stronger based on his actual experience, is expected to strengthen Cheonan's defense, which is aiming to rebound in the second half of the year.
Kim Sung-joo is a center back from Cheonan who went through Cheonan Seonggeo Elementary School and Cheonan Middle School. In 2022, he made his senior debut by wearing the uniform of the Cheonan City Football Team when he participated in the K3 League, and played 26 games in two seasons in the K League 2. He was trusted with stable coverage and determined defense and served as vice-captain in the first half of the 2024 season.
Ahead of this season, he was loaned to Busan Transportation Corporation in the K3 League and maintained his sense of practice by playing in all games. Kim Sung-joo's return is expected to add competition and stability to Cheonan's defensive line.
Kim Sung-joo said, `I missed the fans in Cheonan. I focused on fixing my shortcomings and regaining my confidence during my lease. It's time to put on Cheonan's uniform again and prove what kind of player I am."
Cheonan will play the 22nd round of Gyeongnam FC 'Hana Bank K League 2 2025' at Cheonan Stadium at 7 p.m. on the 26th. Kim Sung-joo is also on standby.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
