China Football

Wayne Rooney, Diego Costa in focus as China transfer window opens

Brazilian international Oscar moved to Shanghai SIPG for 60 million euros ($67 million) as Chinese clubs splashed an unprecedented 388 million euros the January-February window.

Jun 16, 2017, 16:10 PM IST

Cash-rich Chinese clubs lure Wayne Rooney with £700k-a-week deal

Evidently, the nouveau riche league has managed to lured away some big names from European leagues, with Chelsea's Brazilian midfielder Oscar being their latest scalp.

Dec 25, 2016, 13:44 PM IST

Italian football giants AC Milan prepare to sell 99 percent shares to Chinese investors

The buyers will invest 350 million euros over three seasons into the once mighty club, who struggled to a seventh-placed finish in Serie A last season.

Aug 05, 2016, 19:07 PM IST

Extended vacation for Zlatan Ibrahimovic; Manchester Untied new boy opts out of China tour

Ibrahimovic`s first United appearance is likely to come against Galatasaray in Gothenburg on July 30.

Jul 19, 2016, 18:26 PM IST

Best paid player of all time! Gonzalo Higuain to earn more than David Beckham in China?

David Beckham, during his time at MLS club LA Galaxy, is said to have earned a sum of EUR 30 million per year.

Jul 12, 2016, 21:26 PM IST

Brazilian striker Hulk to join Chinese club Shanghai SIPG in a record USD 60 million deal

Website transfermarkt, which tracks dealings in the sport, put the fee at 58 million euros.

Jun 29, 2016, 13:56 PM IST

India will be football superpower in two decades: German legend Paul Breitner

The former Bayern Munich and Real Madrid player believed that Indians have the body "movements" to succeed in football.

Feb 14, 2016, 18:46 PM IST