5 famous transfers that happened during the World Cup

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Cristiano Ronaldo leads the list

#2. Gianluigi Buffon (Juventus to Paris Saint Germain)

Juventus v Hellas Verona FC - Serie A
Buffon will ply his trade in the French top flight next season

Even while the World Cup was going on in Russia, transfer activities were still going smoothly, with many players seizing the opportunity to open new chapters in their respective careers. Juventus legend, Gianluigi Buffon is another top superstar who secured a famous move while the tournament was still on fire.

After spending 17 years with the Old Ladies, the goalkeeper decided to end his relationship with the Seria A champions, completing a famous move to join his international compatriot, Marco Veratti at Paris Saint Germain.

At 40, it is evident that Buffon is not planning to slow down, with his move to the French top flight proving to be a new challenge in his illustrious career. Few weeks after switching to Paris, the Italian has quickly featured for his new club, starring in PSG's 4-2 defeat at the hands of Chambly last week.

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