Vozinha Emotional After Signing Contract with Colo-Colo

Cape Verdean goalkeeper Josimar José Évora Dias, known worldwide as Vozinha, will experience a new chapter in his career by donning the Colo-Colo jersey. Additionally, the goalkeeper, a standout figure at the 2026 World Cup with Cape Verde, signed his contract with the Cacique. He did not hide his emotion about joining one of Chile’s most important clubs.

His arrival is finalized as a free agent after his contract with GD Chaves in Portugal’s second division ended. In Santiago, the goalkeeper sealed an agreement binding him through the end of the year. Additionally, he has the option to extend it for one additional season, according to specialized Chilean media outlets.

For Colo-Colo, the signing represents both a media and sporting reinforcement. The goalkeeper was included in the World Cup all-star team. His performance caught the attention of South American football. In particular, he stood out for the saves that troubled teams like Argentina in the Round of 16.

What is Vozinha’s Contract with Colo-Colo Like?

Vozinha will receive a salary close to 47 million Chilean pesos monthly, approximately 50,000 dollars. This figure places him in the upper-middle range within the squad. However, it falls far short of the salary ceiling led by Arturo Vidal, with approximately 114 million Chilean pesos monthly.

The economic contrast shows the club’s internal structure. Vidal remains the highest-paid player. He is followed by players such as Claudio Aquino, with around 80 million, and Javier Correa, with 70 million monthly. Vozinha is positioned in a similar range to Tomás Alarcón and Víctor Felipe Méndez. Even though his media projection places him among the current star players.

For the 40-year-old goalkeeper, the contract also represents an important financial leap. At Chaves, his monthly salary was less than 10,000 dollars, according to local reports. Therefore, Colo-Colo’s offer marks a recognition of his World Cup season and the impact he generated in the market.

Manager Fernando Ortiz expressed satisfaction with the arrival of the Cape Verdean. “Of course I am happy, we have a World Cup player at Colo-Colo, and his performance has impressed us. I am completely in agreement with this signing,” the coach affirmed, hoping that the goalkeeper will quickly adapt to the pace and demands of the squad.

Why Won’t Vozinha Be Able to Use His Nickname on His Jersey?

Although the goalkeeper arrives with a nickname known worldwide, Chilean regulations prevent him from displaying it on his jersey. Article 36 of the First Division Bylaws of the ANFP establishes that footballers must be identified with their paternal and/or maternal surnames. Additionally, it requires a specific height on the back of the jersey.

The rule is clear: “Nicknames, appellations, or pseudonyms will not be admitted”.” Therefore, the goalkeeper will have to wear “Évora” or “Dias” on his back, at least while the championship bylaws do not change. The situation is surprising because the “Vozinha” nickname became a personal brand after the World Cup. In that tournament, his figure was named and repeated by commentators, media, and fans.