Tevez denies he is the highest-paid footballer in the world

But during his official presentation from the Shanghai club, Tevez denied this number, which would put him ahead of any other football players in history in terms of wages, represents the actual figure in his contract.

“After my last game [with Boca] I didn't mention anything to the local media about my salary in China,” Tevez said.

“Salary matters shouldn't be discussed with everyone, it's a matter of respect for my team-mates.

“My salary isn't as high as the reports say, but out of respect to my team-mates I won't tell you how much it is.”

Earlier in January cross-city rivals Shanghai SIPG had signed Oscar from Chelsea for a reported weekly salary of over half a million US dollars, which converted Brazilian midfielder into the highest-paid footballer, ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo and Leo Messi.