Oscar: How much money did ex-Chelsea man earn in China?

Oscar looks set to finally leave China, five-and-a-half years after his 2017 move shocked the entire football world.

The Brazilian was one of the best midfielders in Europe at the time, impressing for Chelsea during his four-and-a-year stint.

But many believed Oscar effectively ended his career as a 25-year-old when he opted for a move to Shanghai SIPG, being tempted by the crazy £400,000-per-week that was on offer.

Oscar arrived at Chelsea in 2012 as a relatively unknown quantity, signing from Brazilian club Internacional for around £25 million. It proved to be money very well spent.

In his very first start for the club, he scored twice against Juventus and Gianluigi Buffon in the Champions League – including one incredible effort. That’s one way to introduce yourself.

He played 64 times in all competitions during his debut season, scoring 12 goals and helping the Blues to win the Europa League.

Similar numbers followed during a trophyless 2013/14 season, where he scored 11 in 47 matches.

But during the 2014/15 campaign, Oscar lifted both the Premier League and League Cup under Jose Mourinho, scoring another seven goals.

Things soon turned sour for Chelsea and Mourinho, although Oscar was still playing consistently under the Portuguese manager until his sacking in December 2015.

Antonio Conte was the next permanent manager but, midway through his first season in charge, Oscar was attracted by the finances of the Chinese Super League.

Chelsea would go on to win the Premier League under Conte but Oscar left for Shanghai in January for a reported £67 million, on £400,000-per-week. It made him one of the best-paid players in the world.

Despite numerous European club being interested in signing him, Oscar admitted that he