Shenhua, China's most valuable football club, has been facing challenges off the pitch that threaten its performance on it. The team is struggling to compete with other top clubs in the league due to their weakness in the offshore market.

The offshore market refers to the overseas investment and trading activities of Chinese companies. Shenhua has been one of the leading players in this area, but recent developments have shown that they may not be able to keep up with the competition. This is because of their weak position in the offshore market.

As for Shenhua's weakness in the offshore market, there are several factors at play. Firstly, the company has not been investing enough resources into this area. Secondly, the company's management structure may not be suited to dealing with the complexities of the offshore market. Lastly, the lack of experience in managing offshore operations may also pose a threat to the success of the team.

In addition to these internal issues, another factor that threatens Shenhua's performance on the field is the retirement of their manager, Bassogog. Bassogog has been with the team since 2014 and has helped them achieve many victories. However, his retirement could lead to a loss of momentum as he brings new ideas and strategies to the team.

Overall, while Shenhua has a strong foundation in domestic football, they will need to address their weaknesses in the offshore market and find ways to retain their manager if they want to remain competitive. Only then can they hope to continue their successful run on the pitch.