LAFC Prepares Formal Offer to Shanghai Port to Sign Oscar | OneFootball

At 33, Oscar might be closing the curtains on his time in China, a stint where he made millions but drifted far from the global spotlight. Now, with whispers turning into a loud buzz, the midfielder seems poised for a move to Major League Soccer (MLS), a league that’s not just growing but practically shouting its ambitions on the world stage.

For Oscar, this might just be the last big roll of the dice in a career that’s had its fair share of highs but lately felt a little out of focus. Let's be real: nobody is religiously following Chinese soccer. When he joined Shanghai Port back in 2017, the headlines weren’t about competition; they were all about the eye-popping numbers on his paycheck. Who could forget the shockwaves when Chelsea sold one of their brightest young talents to the Chinese Super League? And for six years, Oscar lived in that bubble of luxury and obscurity. But now, with his contract nearing its end, it’s time for a new chapter.

The MLS, on the other hand, is splashing cash on players who bring both talent and star power. Lionel Messi might be the face of this transformation, but he’s far from alone. Clubs like LAFC are assembling rosters that could belong on a blockbuster movie set, featuring names like Olivier Giroud and Hugo Lloris. Adding Oscar to the mix? That’s the Brazilian spice to a recipe that’s already looking pretty irresistible.

Remember the 2014 World Cup? Yeah, that infamous 7-1 drubbing Brazil took against Germany still stings. But if there’s one thing Oscar proved that day, it’s that he doesn’t disappear when the chips are down. He scored Brazil’s lone goal, a small consolation, sure, but a moment that captures the kind of player he is. Before that, he made waves with Internacional, winning titles and earning the fans’ love. And during his Chelsea days, he was a key cog in one of the club’s most successful eras, picking up Premier League and Europa League trophies along the way.

The MLS isn’t that "second-rate" league people used to poke fun at anymore. It’s grown, both in quality and infrastructure, like a prodigy who’s finally hitting their stride. And for Oscar, who still has some fuel left in the tank, it’s the perfect stage to combine skill with showmanship.

Oscar’s game is all about quick thinking, pinpoint passes, and the ability to change a match in an instant. Even as age catches up, his experience and vision make him a threat. If he does land at LAFC, the expectation is clear: he’ll step into the role of a maestro, orchestrating the midfield with those signature passes that slice through defenses and bring fluidity to the team.

Sure, the idea of Oscar returning to Brazil has sparked some hope among fans back home. But let’s face it: Brazilian soccer isn’t exactly a smooth ride these days. While some clubs are finding their footing, the scene is still a rollercoaster of financial struggles and relentless fan pressure. It seems like Oscar wants to sidestep that chaos. The MLS offers something Brazil can’t: stability. It’s a place where he can focus on the game, enjoy a steady lifestyle, and soak in a vibe that’s hard to pass up.

If this move happens, it won’t just be another signing for LAFC, it’ll be another step forward for a league that’s no longer content to be just a footnote in global soccer. And for Oscar, it could be the perfect finale to a career that’s always been about more than just the numbers.