Memphis Depay set for minutes against Atlético-MG and Platense | OneFootball

Memphis Depay’s return to the pitch is getting closer and could happen as soon as this Sunday (24), in the clash between Corinthians and Atlético-MG, valid for the 17th round of the Brazilian Championship. Sidelined since March 22, the Dutchman has only two chances left to play before joining the Dutch national team, which is set for May 30.

Central do Timão has learned that the tendency is for the number 10 to play at least 20 minutes against Galo, and then get even more minutes in the match against Platense, from Argentina, on Wednesday (27), in the 6th round of the Conmebol Libertadores group stage. Everything will depend on the medical and fitness staff and Saturday’s training session, the last one before the next match.

Eyeing the World Cup

Last Monday (18), coach Ronald Koeman commented on the forward’s physical condition and made it clear that the player’s presence at the World Cup will depend on how many minutes he gets in the remaining matches before the final squad announcement.

“There is a chance that Memphis will be there. He still has three matches before the call-up. He needs to play in them. Then I will take him (to the World Cup),” the coach said in an interview with the program Rondo, on Ziggo Sport.

The Netherlands national team’s all-time top scorer, Memphis is racing against time to convince the coaching staff that he will be physically fit to play in the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The final Dutch squad list will be announced on May 27. The European team is in Group F of the competition, alongside Japan, Sweden, and Tunisia.

In addition to the sporting concern, the forward’s future at Corinthians also remains uncertain. The player’s contract with the club runs until June 20, and the club’s board is still looking for partners to fully cover the player’s wages in a possible extension.

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