With a raft of high-profile signings, Chinese football has found itself catapulted into the spotlight in recent months. That place could be solidified further after rumours emerged that the Chinese Super League may feature in the next edition of the popular FIFA video game series.

According to report by Brazilian website Epoca, makers of the series, EA Sports, have already secured the rights to Chinese Super League sides Shandong Luneng, Guizhou Renhe, Beijing Guoan and Chinese and Asian champions Guangzhou Evergrande.

Currently the four sides are only available to play on the online platform FIFA Online 3.

While fans will likely be excited at the thought of playing as Chinese sides, EA buy fifa 16 coins Sports face a challenge in the form of competitor Konami.

The Japanese company, makers of Pro Evolution Soccer, currently holds all rights to the Asian Football Confederation, under which the Chinese Football Association operates read more.