From Africa To China League, Asamoah's Salary Reaches IDR 132 Billion: It Can Buy Mayweather's Luxury House

Asamoah Gyan (Instagram.com/@asamoah_gyan3)

JAKARTA - African Cup of Nations legend, Asamoah Gyan recorded a fantastic income after deciding to move and play in China. No kidding, Asamoah's income can even buy a big house like Floyd Mayweather's in Los Angeles.

Asamoah's decision to move to China was made in 2015 after three years of leaving Sunderland. Asamoah chose to join the Chinese Super League club Shanghai SIPG in the summer for a total fee of 8.1 million euros or approximately IDR 132 billion.

While in China, Asamoah spent two years defending Shanghai SIPG. Then in his second year, Asamoah chose to undergo a loan period in the United Arab Emirates for a total fee of 23.6 million euros or IDR 386 billion during that period.

During his time in the United Arab Emirates, Asamoah made 26 appearances for the club scoring just eight goals. If converted, one Asamoah goal can be priced at three euros or IDR 49 thousand rupiah.

With this amount, Asamoah's total income allowed the footballer to buy a mansion in Los Angeles like the one Mayweather bought in 2017.

Mayweather spent 19 million euros or IDR 311 billion for this stunning property located in Beverly Hills. That he did shortly after defeating UFC legend Conor McGregor.

Among its features, the mansion that Mayweather bought includes a private cinema that seats up to 20 people and an open-air lounge that has a wine room.

In addition, the master bedroom is equipped with a walk-in closet and a private balcony overlooking the garden.

Apart from the luxurious housing that can be bought with his fantastic salary, Asamoah, who is a former Ghana striker, has played no less than seven African Cup of Nations competitions during his international career. He also captained the Black Stars for three consecutive terms.

Asamoah has played in 31 matches in seven seasons of competition and has also scored eight goals. Asamoah recorded his best finish of 2015 when Ghana met Ivory Coast despite losing on penalties.

In addition, Asamoah is also listed as the all-time leading goalscorer in the Ghana national team. He made 107 appearances in international tournaments and scored 51 goals.

He was also a member of three World Cup teams, captained the team in 2014, and was included in the 2004 Ghana Olympics team at the age of 18.