The Nigeria international admits clubs in China were the only ones able to meet Watford's demands, preventing him from remaining in English football
Changchun Yatai striker Odion Ighalo insists his “priority was to stay in England” but claims Watford’s demands left him with little choice but to head for China.
The Nigeria international generated plenty of transfer talk during the winter window, with Crystal Palace and West Brom expressing an interest in acquiring his services.
They were, however, to be priced out of a move, with Premier League rivals looking to make as much as possible from a sale.