Sports丨Leaving Port: Oscar departs Shanghai

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Hailing the fervent fan support and quality of life in Shanghai, former Brazil international Oscar has ended his eight-year stint in China's top-flight with mixed feelings, after confirming his return to hometown club Sao Paulo.    Oscar, a former Chelsea midfielder and a member of Brazil's 2014 World Cup squad, has rejoined his boyhood club in southeastern Brazil on a free transfer, announced by Sao Paulo president Julio Casares on Tuesday, after playing eight seasons in the Chinese Super League with reigning champion Shanghai Port FC.    In an emotional post on Chinese social media, the 33-year-old playmaker appreciated the unwavering support from his fanbase in the eastern metropolis, which he has embraced as his adopted home and helped the Shanghai club win three league titles, a Chinese FA Cup and a Super Cup during his tenure. ▲ Brazilian midfielder Oscar celebrates with the league trophy amid cheering teammates after helping Shanghai Port complete a 5-0 rout of Tianjin to ………………………………