Top 10 Highest Paid Footballers in 2018

#4 Oscar (Shanghai SIPG)

Oscar's move to Shanghai SIPG is the record Asian transfer of all time

Oscar caused an outrage when he chose to join Chinese outfit Shanghai SIPG in a £60 million deal in 2016 from Chelsea. His move to the Chinese club is the most expensive Asian transfer of all time.

Also, he was the most expensive player signed in January; a record that was surpassed by Phillipe Coutinho following his move to Barcelona this month.

He was criticized for choosing a lower league at the prime age of 24 when he could have easily played for Europe's elite clubs after leaving Chelsea. At present, he earns £21.1 million annually according to Marca and is the fourth footballer on this list who plays for a Chinese club.