Top Chinese football transfers of winter 2018

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Yannick Carrasco completed his move to Dalian Yifang earlier this month. EFE

With the Chinese transfer window coming to an end today, we take a look back at the latest batch of big names to make the move to the Chinese Super League.

Gabriel Paletta - A.C. Milan to Jiangsu Suning

The Italian became a key figure in Serie A enjoying his glory days with Parma, Milan and Atalanta. A sturdy centre-back, he'll add rigidity to Jiangsu Suning's side.

José Fonte - West Ham to Dalian Yifang

Looking to inject some new life into his career, the Portuguese defender has opted for a move to China. Fonte earned himself a Euro 2016 winners medal with his national side but has struggled to get minutes under his belt with West Ham in recent months.

Nicolas Gaitán - Atlético Madrid to Dalian Yifang

One half of the Atléti duo to expatriate to China, Gaitán was Benfica's midfield maestro for six seasons. The Argentine looks to be Dalian Yifang's newest playmaker.

Yannick Carrasco - Atético Madrid to Dalian Yifang

Moving to Dalian Yifang with teammate Nicolas Gaitán, the Belgian's dazzling footwork will now grace the Super League. At the ripe old age of 24, Carrasco is still yet to hit the heights he's capable of.

Javier Mascherano - Barcelona to Hebei China Fortune

Nicknamed the 'Little Chief', Mascherano won two Champions Leagues in seven and a half seasons with Catalan heavyweights Barcelona. The Argentine's style of play will no doubt add tenacity to a developing league.