SHANGHAI (AP) " Brazilian forward Hulk is expected to join Shanghai SIPG in a deal local media are predicting could be a record for the Chinese Super League. SIPG said more than 1,000 fans were at Shanghai's international airport Wednesday to welcome Hulk, who is set to move from former Russian champion Zenit St. Petersburg. Chinese clubs spent $300 million on foreign stars in the preseason transfer window, strengthening rosters and increasing attendances. SIPG spokeswoman Yu Chen declined to confirm reports that Hulk's contract could be worth up to 55 million euros ($61 million). The club says Hulk will undergo a physical exam before signing a formal contract.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 29, 2016 06:45 UTC