The Corinthians board advanced in negotiations to extend the contractual relationship of the attacker Memphis Depay. The São Paulo club’s football committee plans to seal the definitive agreement in June. The schedule coincides with the athlete’s presentation to the Holanda selection for the Copa Mundo competition.
The European center forward’s current professional commitment to the club ends on June 20th. Dirigentes and player representatives met in recent days to design the foundations of the new partnership format. Embora the São Paulo club has not yet made the proposal official on paper, the in-person meeting served to align market demands and the institution’s budget limits.
Patrocinadores show interest in subsidizing the Dutchman’s stay
Corinthians’s marketing department registered an increase in demand from corporations willing to invest in the 32-year-old athlete’s maintenance. A mobilization organized by fans on the internet boosted the athlete’s commercial exposure. The digital movement has caught the attention of current business partners and new brands.
Ezze Seguros expressed its intention to transform the attacker into an ambassador for a new line of commercial products. The insurer’s current contract with the Parque São Jorge team runs until the end of June. The company plans to condition the extension of institutional sponsorship on Memphis Depay’s direct participation in advertising campaigns after the world team tournament.
Esportes of Sorte also maintains frequent contact with the Corinthians leadership and the Dutch player’s attorneys. The betting operator studies economic mechanisms to provide the necessary financial support. The professional’s staff emphasizes that the positive outcome depends on direct financial compensation from the club’s coffers.
Corinthians football executive Marcelo Paz runs the behind-the-scenes negotiations. The director defends the technical importance of the center forward and leads the coordination with external investors.
Jogador accepts salary readjustment and payment in installments of pending financial issues
The structured business model for the next contract foresees profound changes in relation to the document signed last year. The black and white board plans to remove complex clauses from productivity awards. The athlete indicated that he prioritizes continuing his career in Brazilian football.
Memphis Depay has signaled positively for a reduction in fixed monthly maturities. The Dutchman’s flexibility made it easier to conduct conversations with Marcelo Paz. The São Paulo club carries a debt of R$42 million with the striker. The player’s staff does not place this pending issue as an obstacle to an immediate settlement. Ficou agreed that the accumulated amount will receive an installment schedule with long-term repayment.
The proposal under debate envisages the signing of a contract valid for 24 months. If the legal targets are met, the center forward’s relationship with the club will extend until the middle of 2028.
Atacante gains pace in the game and aims for a duel for Conmebol Libertadores
The Dutch athlete recently underwent a medical recovery process due to a muscle injury in his right thigh. The return to the pitch took place last Sunday. The striker played for approximately 30 minutes in the match against Atlético-MG.
The coaching staff plans to give the athlete more playing minutes in this Wednesday’s match. Corinthians faces Platense, from Argentina, in Neo Química Arena. The confrontation is valid for the closing round of the Conmebol Libertadores group stage. Coach Fernando Diniz indicated his intention to play the center forward to assess his physical evolution.
- Related Atletas started physical activities at CT Joaquim Grava this Monday
- Departamento doctor released Memphis Depay to work without tactical restrictions
- Comissão technique prioritizes defensive positioning and quick transition training
- Dutch Jogador performed completions complements after the main activity
- Marcelo Paz followed the training alongside members of the football board
- Elenco black and white performs the last tactical training on Tuesday afternoon at Itaquera
Caso, the coach of the Holanda team, confirms the call-up of Memphis Depay, the release takes place immediately. The athlete travels to Europa on Thursday, right after the end of his commitment for the continental competition. The Corinthians squad reappeared this morning to begin field work with a focus on the Argentine team.