Midfielder Paulinho, 32, announced that has terminated his contract with Guangzhou FC and can sign with another club. The footballer, formerly of Corinthians and Barcelona, has not played an official match since November 2020 and has not been able to return to China due to the pandemic Since the entry of Brazilians has been prohibited since the beginning of 2021. In the face of indecision and inactivity, the athlete reached an agreement with the Chinese institution and requested his departure.
Paulinho had a contract with Guangzhou until the end of 2022. He received proposals from clubs in Portugal, Spain, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and also from Brazil. The player hopes to define his destiny soon, together with the family.
The brazilian posted a farewell message on his Instagram: “The club and I reached an agreement. Unfortunately, a victorious cycle ends, with titles, and most importantly, with respect and loyalty between me and the club and the club with me, who believed in me in 2015. I would like to thank all the Guangzhou fans, all the fans from China, because these years were unforgettable. Both I and my family will keep you in our hearts. I hope one day to return, visit you, and say goodbye to you, you deserve it.“.