Goalkeeper Josimar José Évora Dias, known as Vozinha, is facing uncertainty over his transfer to Chilean club Colo-Colo.
He reportedly missed his flight from Portugal to Chile due to a last-minute offer from Moroccan club Renaissance Sportive Berkane, according to Bio Bio Deportes.
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The 40-year-old was expected to arrive in Chile on Thursday.
However, sources indicate the delay stems from an enticing proposal from the Moroccan club, which sits second in its national league and has qualified for the upcoming CAF Champions League.
Colo-Colo had officially announced Vozinha's signing earlier this month.
The plan was for him to sign an 18-month contract with a monthly salary of 47 million Chilean pesos, equivalent to over 250,000 Brazilian reais.
That figure is notable in Chilean football but below the club's highest-paid player, Arturo Vidal, as reported by diarinho.
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According to rr. pt, Vozinha will also face restrictions on the name he can use on his Colo-Colo jersey.
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Chilean football regulations only allow players to display given names or surnames, not nicknames.
Vozinha, which honors his grandmother, will have to choose an alternative name for his shirt, or face penalties including a yellow card and a fine.
Vozinha gained international recognition for his performances with the Cape Verde national team during the 2026 World Cup.
He helped the team compete closely against traditional football powers like Spain and Argentina.
His strong showings attracted interest from multiple clubs, adding to the significance of his next career move.
The goalkeeper has played in Portugal's second division with GD Chaves and had long spells at Portuguese clubs Gil Vicente and Cypriot side AEL Limassol.
He has earned nearly 90 caps for Cape Verde, establishing himself as one of the country's most important footballers.
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Despite the excitement surrounding his signing, neither Vozinha nor his representatives have commented on the recent developments. Colo-Colo and fans await clarification on the transfer's future.
