Paulinho Returns To Chinese Super League

Chinese Super League side Guangzhou Evergrande have announced the return of the club’s former midfielder Paulinho, who signs from Barcelona,National Daily learnt.

He will rejoin Guangzhou on an initial six-month loan, with a compulsory purchase option from December 31.

The midfielder was a surprise arrival at Camp Nou last summer, completing a switch towards the end of the transfer window following the sale of Neymar.

The Brazilian made 49 appearances for Barcelona, scoring nine goals and adding a further three assists in all competitions.