The Chinese city of Shanghai has signed a Brazilian striker as part of its efforts to boost its footballing fortunes in the country's second tier league.
The signing marks the first time that a Brazilian player has been brought into China since the country's introduction of a transfer fee cap in 2014. The Brazilian striker is known for his impressive skills and goalscoring ability, and was one of several players who had expressed interest in joining the Shanghai team this season.
According to reports, the Brazilian striker will join Shanghai from the Brazilian Serie A club Vasco da Gama. The move comes after Shanghai had struggled with their finances in recent years, but they have now made some significant moves in recent months to improve their financial situation.
The Brazilian striker has already impressed with his performances in his debut match for Vasco da Gama, scoring two goals in a friendly against local rivals São Paulo. He has also scored twice in his previous appearances for the club, helping them to win both matches.
The signing of the Brazilian striker is expected to bring a new dimension to the Chinese Premier League, which has struggled to attract top talent over the past few seasons. With the Brazilian striker on board, the Chinese league could potentially become even more competitive in the coming years.