Oscar's Unconventional Career: From Chelsea Star to Chinese Super League

🌟Oscar was an incredibly talented player, known for his skills and contributions at Chelsea and the Brazilian national team.

💰The Chinese Super League's financial power played a significant role in Oscar's decision to move, as he received a substantial pay rise.

🌍Oscar's move to China resulted in him losing visibility and opportunities for the Brazilian national team, as players in China face prejudice.

🏆Despite his success with Shanghai Port, Oscar's career has become relatively obscure, with limited exposure to international audiences.

🔙While a return to European football and a big club remains a possibility, Oscar's current contract with Shanghai Port runs until the end of the 2024 Chinese season.

Why did Oscar leave Chelsea and European football?

—Oscar's move to China was driven by both financial considerations and his desire to secure his family's future. The lucrative offer from Shanghai Port was hard to refuse.

Has Oscar been successful in China?

—Yes, Oscar has won multiple Chinese Super League titles with Shanghai Port. However, his achievements have received limited recognition outside Asia.

Why hasn't Oscar been called up to the Brazilian national team?

—Oscar believes that playing in China has impacted his chances of representing Brazil. There is a prejudice against players in China, resulting in a lack of opportunities for him.

Is Oscar planning to return to European football?

—While Oscar expressed the hope of returning to Europe after a few years in China, there has been no concrete indication of his plans. His current contract with Shanghai Port runs until 2024.

Has Oscar received offers from other clubs outside China?

—There has been interest from other clubs, including Barcelona and Flamengo, but no deals have materialized. Shanghai Port declined offers to loan him in 2023.

00:00Oscar, a former star for Chelsea and Brazil, made the surprising decision to leave European football for the Chinese Super League in 2016 and never returned.

02:56Oscar's move to China was driven by financial considerations and the opportunity to secure his family's future.

03:39Players in China, including Oscar, face prejudice and a lack of visibility, affecting their national team prospects.

05:26Oscar's current contract with Shanghai Port runs until the end of the 2024 Chinese season, making a return to Europe uncertain.