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Brazil midfielder Paulinho gives his first news conference after signing for Chinese Super League champions Guangzhou Evergrande from Tottenham Hotspur.

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SOUNDBITE: (Portuguese) Paulinho, Guangzhou Evergrande midfielder:

"I think it is a big opportunity for me to play for Guangzhou Evergrande. I knew it is an excellent club who does things very professionally. I heard from Elkeson and Luiz Felipe Scolari that the club runs things just like other top clubs in the world. That is why I decided to come here. Meanwhile, Chinese football is developing really fast. Playing in the Chinese Super League is a big opportunity to show my skills and capability. I also discuss with my family about it and they all think it is a good opportunity for my football career."

"Playing in China would lessen my chances of being called up by the national team? No, I am not worried about that. Of course, every footballer wants to represent his country for as many matches as possible. I think I did really well in the World Cup last year. For now, I need to focus on my matches in the new club. It is very important to win here. This is one of the best teams in Asia. And I can still get my position in the national team by playing well for Guangzhou Evergrande."