14 Well-Known Footballers Who Now Play In The Chinese Super League
4. Obafemi Martins (Shanghai Shenhua)
The former Inter and Newcastle striker had been enduring some of the best goalscoring form of his career in recent years during a successful spell with the Seattle Sounders. 43 goals in 83 games made Martins a fan favourite in the MLS, but that also drew interest from across the pond. Shanghai Shenhua recently made a move for the Nigerian striker, with Martins declaring himself delighted to be facing a new challenge in the Chinese Super League.
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