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Goalkeeper Vozinha has agreed to an 18-month contract with Chilean powerhouse Colo-Colo following a standout performance at the World Cup, according to Chilean outlet Radio ADN. The 40-year-old former AS Trenčín netminder, whose full name is Josimar José Évora Dias, secured a monthly salary of 47 miliónov čilských pesos—roughly 44-tisíc eur—marking his most lucrative professional deal. However, according to rules in Chile’s top division highlighted by OneFootball, the veteran faces an unexpected roadblock regarding whether he can display his famous moniker on his matchday jersey.
Colo-Colo Contract Details and Salary Figures
Vozinha finalized his move to the Chilean club on a deal worth approximately 528-tisíc eur annually. According to Radio ADN, the agreed salary pays him nearly three times more than what he earned at any previous club in his career. The 40-year-old had weighed retirement before committing to the 18-month contract with Colo-Colo, capitalizing on worldwide attention gained during an impressive international campaign.
Cape Verde reached the round of 16 at the global tournament before falling 3-2 to Argentina after extra time. Vozinha anchored that historic run, building on a club career that included two seasons with Slovak side AS Trenčín. Following the tournament, a jersey worn by the Cape Verdean goalkeeper was purchased by an American buyer, breaking previous memorabilia records set by Alisson and Manuel Neuer.
Did you know?
Vozinha’s match-worn jersey from the World Cup commanded a record price from an American collector, outperforming memorabilia previously sold by elite goalkeepers Alisson and Manuel Neuer.
Chilean League Jersey Regulations Threaten Branding
The transition to South American club football brought an immediate regulatory hurdle. According to league rules cited by OneFootball, players in Chile’s top division must feature their official surnames on the backs of their kits rather than nicknames. This restriction means the goalkeeper may be barred from displaying ‘VOZINHA’ and forced to use his legal surname, Josimar.
Colo-Colo leadership has expressed concern that the inability to use the recognized nickname could negatively impact official jersey sales. To mitigate this, the club’s administrative staff would need to secure a special exemption from the Chilean Football Federation. Industry observers note that the probability of obtaining such a waiver remains extremely low, as the governing body has historically rejected similar requests from other players.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Vozinha and what team did he join?
Vozinha is a 40-year-old goalkeeper from Cape Verde who signed an 18-month contract with Chilean club Colo-Colo, as reported by Radio ADN.
What is Vozinha’s salary at Colo-Colo?
According to Radio ADN, he earns a monthly salary of 47 miliónov čilských pesos, which equals approximately 44-tisíc eur per month or 528-tisíc eur annually.
Why can’t Vozinha wear his nickname on his jersey in Chile?
Chile’s top division enforces strict regulations requiring players to wear their legal surnames on match jerseys, preventing the use of monikers like ‘VOZINHA’ without a rare federation waiver.
How did Vozinha perform at the World Cup?
He helped lead Cape Verde to the round of 16, where the team lost 3-2 to Argentina in extra time, following a two-season club stint with AS Trenčín.
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