BANGKOK — If the Chinese Super League was not the hottest soccer destination outside Europe before this summer transfer window opened, it is now. The infusion of big name players and world famous coaches has gathered speed, and attendances continue to climb along with the league’s international profile. The big stars seem to come and go, but the spending continues.
Shanghai S.I.P.G., coached by former England boss Sven Goran Eriksson, broke the Asian transfer record in July to sign Asamoah Gyan, the captain of Ghana’s World Cup team, from Al Ain of the United Arab Emirates, spending over $20 million.