Beijing, Jul 14: Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has arrived in China, saying his move to Shanghai Shenhua was not motivated by money despite reportedly becoming the highest-paid player in the country.
Drogba said Saturday, soon after arriving in Shanghai, that “it would have been easier for me to stay in Europe, but I chose China,” adding “money is not the most important. I am here for a whole new experience.”
Online video posted by Shanghai Shenhua show the star was welcomed at the Shanghai airport by chanting fans as he arrived to take up a two-year contract.
The 34-year-old Ivory Coast intnernational played a key role in Chelsea's winning last season's European Champions League final.
Drogba said Saturday, soon after arriving in Shanghai, that “it would have been easier for me to stay in Europe, but I chose China,” adding “money is not the most important. I am here for a whole new experience.”
Online video posted by Shanghai Shenhua show the star was welcomed at the Shanghai airport by chanting fans as he arrived to take up a two-year contract.
The 34-year-old Ivory Coast intnernational played a key role in Chelsea's winning last season's European Champions League final.
