Colo Colo president: Vozinha's arrival will help Maureira gain experience

Aníbal Mosa, president of Blanco y Negro, addressed concerns that the signing of goalkeeper Vozinha would impede the growth of young talent Gabriel Maureira. Mosa asserted that the arrival of the experienced Cape Verdean international would instead provide a significant learning opportunity for the 19-year-old.

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He is a project of the institution, and the starting position in Colo Colo's goal will be decided by coach Fernando Ortiz.

"Gabriel is going to grow with Vozinha," Mosa stated, emphasizing that Maureira has a contract until 2029 and is already part of national youth teams. He argued that signing an older, experienced goalkeeper like Vozinha, who is on a short-term contract, is different from bringing in a younger keeper who would directly compete for the starting position. "When we bring in a goalkeeper of Vozinha's age, and for the time he is here, that learning will be very useful for Gabriel," Mosa explained.

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There is a debate that we are having, and we are of the idea that Gabriel will grow with Vozinha.

Mosa also highlighted that Maureira is considered a "project of the institution," with his future starting role to be determined by coach Fernando Ortiz. The club is actively seeking approval from the ANFP's Council of Presidents for Vozinha to wear his nickname on his jersey, a practice he has followed in major FIFA tournaments.

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If we had brought in a goalkeeper of 25 or 28 years old, then we would really be blocking Maureira. But when we bring in a goalkeeper of Vozinha's age, and for the time he is here, that learning will be very useful for Gabriel.

Mosa expressed optimism about obtaining the necessary votes, stating, "I have spoken with several Primera A presidents and they have expressed their favorable position." He believes it would be a disservice to the player and the club if Vozinha were not allowed to use his established name. The contract for Vozinha is set for six months, with an option for a one-year extension, and Mosa emphasized that the signing is a reflection of Colo Colo's prestige, not just his personal efforts.

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I have spoken with several Primera A presidents and they have expressed their favorable position so that he can debut with the nickname Vozinha, as he did in the most important FIFA tournament.