'One to Two More Years! We Refuse Marketing Signings' 40-Year-Old Goalkeeper Bojinja Attracts Interest from South American Giants and Messi's Team | Desc: [OSEN=Reporter Kang Pil-ju] As a reliable goalkeeper for Cape Verde, Bojinja (40), who emerged as a global star through the 2026 International Football Federation (FIFA) North, Central America and Caribbean World Cup, has revealed his firm conditions for seeking a new team along with his intention to extend his career. Bojinja, who is currently a free agent after his contract with G.D. Chaves (Portugal 2nd division) expired, is considered one of the biggest Cinderella stories of this World Cup. | Src: Chosun Ilbo (KR)
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Veteran goalkeeper 'Bojinja' (40) is seeking to extend his career for at least another one to two years.
- He has attracted interest from multiple clubs, including Lionel Messi's team, following his standout performance in the World Cup.
- Bojinja is prioritizing teams that sign him for sporting reasons, not just marketing purposes.
Veteran goalkeeper Bojinja, who gained international recognition at 40 years old during the recent World Cup, is determined to continue his playing career for at least another one to two years. Having recently become a free agent after his contract with Portuguese second-division club G.D. Chaves expired, Bojinja is now exploring his options.
His impressive performances in the World Cup have made him one of the tournament's Cinderella stories, attracting significant attention from clubs across the globe. Notably, his name has been linked with a move to Inter Miami, the Major League Soccer club where football icon Lionel Messi currently plays.
Bojinja has made his priorities clear regarding his next move. He is actively seeking a team that values his skills and experience for genuine footballing reasons. He explicitly stated his disinterest in joining clubs solely for marketing purposes, emphasizing his desire to contribute on the field and continue competing at a high level.
One to two more years! We refuse signings for marketing purposes.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.