Barcelona confirmed the signing of Guangzhou Evergrande midfielder Paulinho for €40 million (£36 million) on Monday.
The Blaugrana noted the deal was done and the amount paid in a statement on their official website.
"Paulinho will undergo a club medical on Thursday and the signing of the contract and the official presentation of the new Barcelona player will also take place on Thursday," the bulletin continued.
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2017-8-14 11:10:35
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