As China season starts, famous imports a mixed blessing (The Associated Press)

After the $300 million splurge on high-profile foreign stars in the preseason transfer window, there was one striking statistic from the opening round of the Chinese Super League. The influx of expensive imports has strengthened Chinese Super League clubs and increased attendances at home and the league's profile overseas, but has compounded concerns about the effects of too many overseas strikers in the domestic competition. With the array of foreign and creative strikers in the league, the Chinese attacking talent is being crowded out.