If you think a seaplane transfer is expensive, try a Full Back transfer. The Premier League transfer window (and most of the major leagues) close today so expect some late breaking moves as the best and the brightest of the football pitches return from the their summer R&R on the atoll beaches. Here’s a starting eleven of those who chose to stretch out in the Maldives (and few bonus supporters). For even more examples, check out Bunyamin Ahmed’s social media feeds (though they are all airport selfies).
- David Beckham (United Kingdom) – One & Only Reethi Rah – Manchester United
- Luis Suarez (Uruguay) – NIYAMA – FC Barcelona
- Jordi Amat (Spain) – Anantara Dhigu – Swansea City
- Emiliano Martínez (Argentina) – Conrad Rangali – Arsenal
- Victor Lindelhof (Sweden) – Hurawalhi – Benfica
- Jorge “Koke” Resurrección (Spain) – Anantara Kihavah Villas – Atlético de Madrid
- Claudio Marchisio (Italy) – Constance Halaveli – Juventus
- Dmitri Tarasov Buzov (Russia) – Velaa – FC Lokomotiv Moscow
- Fabio Borini (Italy) – Gili Lankanfushi – Liverpool FC
- Alejandro Remiro (Spain) – Velassaru – Portero del Athletic Club
- Santiago Arias (Columbia) – Conrad Rangali – PSV Eidnhoven
