The Chinese Super League are prepared to pay a top England footballer a staggering £800,000 a week to join their revolution.
Many of the high-profile players who have already signed up are in the latter stages of their careers, but now the mega-rich league wants an England player in his prime.
As a result, the Chinese are targeting someone younger, with the likes of Dele Alli, Harry Kane, Ross Barkley and Daniel Sturridge among those discussed.
Representatives from the CSL have contacted intermediaries with a view to executing their plan.
The Chinese believe luring a major English talent will add credibility to the competition.
Wayne Rooney and John Terry, both in their 30s, remain targets for Chinese clubs but securing one of England's finest emerging stars is now the priority.
Whether a player who fits that profile is prepared to give up Premier League and European football to play in China remains to be seen.
Jon Mikel Obi, 29, became the latest star to quit the Premier League for China on Friday, when his move from Chelsea to Tianjin TEDA went through.
-dailymail