Players turn World Cup performances into significant transfers
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Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Several players have moved to prominent clubs following standout World Cup performances. Vozinha's recent transfer to Colo-Colo from the Portuguese second division follows his impressive display with Cape Verde. Previously, Marc-Vivien Foe moved to Lens after the 1994 World Cup, while Gilberto Silva joined Arsenal post-2002 World Cup success. Javier Mascherano switched from Corinthians to West Ham after the 2006 tournament. Mesut Ozil made a move from Werder Bremen to Real Madrid after excelling at the 2010 World Cup. These narratives highlight how the tournament serves as a significant platform for players to elevate their careers.
- •Vozinha joins Colo-Colo after strong showing with Cape Verde.
- •Marc-Vivien Foe transitioned from Canon Yaounde to Lens in 1994.
- •Gilberto Silva secured a move from Atletico Mineiro to Arsenal post-2002.
- •Javier Mascherano shifted from Corinthians to West Ham after 2006.
- •Mesut Ozil transferred from Werder Bremen to Real Madrid after 2010.
- 6:17 AMYahoo Sports — Players who turned World Cup heroics into big transfers
- 6:16 AMBBC Sport — Players who turned World Cup heroics into big transfers
"BBC Sport looks back at some of the players whose standout performances at the World Cup earned a big transfer.
"BBC Sport looks back at some of the players whose standout performances at the World Cup earned a big transfer.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 6:17 AMPlayers who turned World Cup heroics into big transfers
BBC Sport looks back at some of the players whose standout performances at the World Cup earned a big transfer.
- BBC SportAug 6, 2026, 6:16 AMPlayers who turned World Cup heroics into big transfers
BBC Sport looks back at some of the players whose standout performances at the World Cup earned a big transfer.
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