Former Chelsea star Oscar has officially left the Chinese Super League team Shanghai Port after seven years, during which he earned a staggering £175 million. The Brazilian joined Shanghai Port in 2017 for a transfer fee of £60 million and went on to achieve significant success in the league, winning three league titles. However, his contract, which was worth approximately £25 million per year, has now expired, making him a free agent at the age of 33. Oscar is now the last remaining player from the Chinese Super League “bubble” to leave, and there is speculation that he may be considering a move back to Europe or a return to his native Brazil.
Oscar initially left Brazilian club Internacional in 2012 to join Chelsea, where he spent four-and-a-half seasons and made 203 appearances, scoring 38 goals. During his time at Stamford Bridge, he won two Premier League titles, the League Cup, the Europa League, and the club’s Goal of the Season award twice. Despite his success in Europe, Oscar shocked fans when he made the move to the Chinese Super League, becoming one of the highest-profile footballers to do so. During his time at Shanghai Port, he surpassed 200 games for the team and even captained the side, leading them to victory in the Chinese Super League in 2018, 2023, and 2024, as well as winning the FA Super Cup in 2019.
Internacional, Oscar’s former club in Brazil, is reportedly monitoring his situation and their manager, Eduardo Coudet, has expressed interest in bringing him back to the team. Coudet stated, “Our only goal, the player we are going to try moving forward, is Oscar. I want to bring in Oscar.” However, he also mentioned that he has been advised by the board not to speak too openly about his desire to sign Oscar. The Brazilian midfielder has left a lasting impact on the Chinese Super League with his performances on the pitch, and his departure marks the end of an era for the league as the remaining foreign players from the “bubble” are starting to move on.
Having earned a substantial sum during his time in China, Oscar’s next move will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike. With his experience and success at both the club and international level, he could be a valuable asset to any team that decides to sign him. The 33-year-old midfielder still has plenty to offer on the pitch, and his skill and leadership qualities could benefit a range of clubs around the world. As he considers his options for the next stage of his career, Oscar will undoubtedly attract interest from various clubs looking to add an experienced and talented player to their squad. Whether he decides to return to Europe, make a move back to Brazil, or explore other opportunities, Oscar’s next move will be eagerly anticipated by fans and followers of the beautiful game.
