Asamoah Gyan Receives Hero’s Welcome in China Ahead of Shanghai SIPG Signing
Ghanaian striker Asamoah Gyan has officially landed in China to finalize his move to Shanghai SIPG. The former Al-Ain forward, who enjoyed immense success in the UAE, was welcomed like a superstar upon arrival, signaling the Chinese club’s excitement at capturing his signature.
Gyan, a three-time Emirates Cup winner, is set to sign a lucrative contract worth €1.2 million per month, significantly higher than the €905,000 monthly salary he earned at Al-Ain. The transfer fee is reported to be around €20 million, a massive investment for a player who still had two years remaining on his contract with the Emirati side.
The news has hit Al-Ain fans hard, with many expressing their sadness over Gyan’s departure. A tweet from a fan read:
“WE WILL MISS YOU GYAN 💜 #gyan #ghana #china #uae #جيان”
At Shanghai SIPG, Gyan joins a team currently second in the Chinese Super League, with ambitions of challenging for both domestic and continental titles. His arrival marks yet another high-profile move in China’s growing football revolution.
