Hulk, whose real name is Givanildo Vieira de Sousa, is a Brazilian professional footballer who played in the Chinese Super League from 2016 to 2020. During his time in China, he was one of the highest-paid footballers in the world and made significant contributions to Shanghai SIPG （now Shanghai Port FC）.
While playing in the Chinese Super League, Hulk showcased his powerful shooting, physical strength, and technical skills that made him a formidable forward. He helped Shanghai SIPG win their first-ever Chinese Super League title in 2018, breaking Guangzhou Evergrande\“s seven-year dominance of the league.
Hulk\“s presence in the Chinese Super League attracted international attention to Chinese football and demonstrated the league\“s growing financial power and ambition to attract world-class talent. His successful stint in China paved the way for other high-profile Brazilian players to join the league. |
