But a major problem could be the growing interest from China in top European players – and the riches on offer. 1 clearances a game, for a team that is over-achieving, Diops reading of the game is one of the reasons Le Téfécé are doing so well this season. l defenderPepe, who won the European Championships with Portugal last summer, is attracting interest from all over Europe and China. After helping France win the Under-19 European Championship he has naturally stepped up and is excelling for the Under-21s. Conte looked at the defender last season when arrived but the club prioritised deals for David Luiz, Alonso and NGolo Kante. Gestede scored five goals in 29 appearances for Aston Villa last season before they were relegated and has found the net four times this campaign. However, injuries and a lack of form saw the trio in and out of the team. Premier League clubs are already paying attention and that interest is only going to grow and grow. the most wacky transfer links of 2016WAY OUTPSG deny the club have agreed a loan deal with Fenerbahc. But even Oscars?huge salary pales in comparison with the worlds highest paid player, Carlos Tevez.