Fans on social networks are very responsive and humorous.

Paulinho debuted with Barca

But that humor, for the cules alone, is a source of confusion.

Yet Barca went all the way to China to attract a box to box midfielder.

According to some conspiracy theories, Paulinho’s move to Barcelona from China came from a somewhat personal motive of President Josep Maria Bartomeu.

ADELTE’s recent business strategy is to expand the Asian market, especially China.

Paulinho: Barca's spectacular return and loss

Paulinho was brought back to the joy of President Bartomeu, but for the majority of Barca fans, this deal only created confusion.

But if we ignore the above hypothesis, what are we left with from this transfer?

The name Paulinho emerged four years ago, when he and the Brazilian team won the Confederations Cup at home.

Even Polish club LKS Lodz doesn’t want to keep him because his form is so bad.

In April 2017, Paulinho also appeared on a betting advertising banner, next to a Japanese adult film star.

Paulinho: Barca's spectacular return and loss

Paulinho shines in the Chinese tournament

When news first emerged that Barca was pursuing Paulinho, there were many opinions that it was a… nonsense rumor.

Not many people, even the most diligent reporters, followed Paulinho after he went to China.

Paulinho has nothing to regret during his time playing in China.

Paulinho brings motivation to the midfield of Hang Dai Quang Chau.

Paulinho: Barca's spectacular return and loss

How Paulinho will help Barca escape the current chaos is something that no one can be sure of.

And now, Paulinho sees him wearing a Barca shirt.

Losing Neymar is a painful blow to Barca’s pride.

Paulinho’s return is of course spectacular, but it only further thickens Barcelona’s problems at present, a Barca that is reaching the end of its successful cycle with unanswered questions.