Corinthians confirm Letícia Teles sale to Al-Qadsiah, historic deal | OneFootball

Corinthians confirmed this Wednesday (2) the transfer of Letícia Teles to Al-Qadsiah of Saudi Arabia. The departure of the 26-year-old center-back had already been in progress in recent days and has now been made official by the club, which described the deal as the biggest sale in its history in women’s football.

Besides setting a new record for the Brabas, the transfer also became, according to Corinthians, the second-biggest sale ever made in Brazilian women’s football.

Photo: Rodrigo Gazzanel/Agência Corinthians

The figures were not officially disclosed by Timão. According to what had previously been published by Meu Timão, however, the deal was being conducted for an amount between $600,000 and $800,000, approximately R$ 3.1 million to R$ 4.1 million.

Letícia Teles surpasses the Brabas’ previous record sale

With the transfer now confirmed, Letícia Teles moves into first place among the biggest sales made by Corinthians women’s football.

Until then, the club’s record belonged to Tarciane. In April 2024, the defender left Parque São Jorge to join Houston Dash of the United States in a deal worth approximately R$ 2.59 million.

On the national stage, Letícia’s deal trails only the transfer of Amanda Gutierres. The forward left Palmeiras for Boston Legacy of the United States in October 2025 for approximately R$ 5.9 million.

The confirmation also represents a significant financial move for the women’s department, which now records its highest revenue ever obtained directly from the transfer of a player.

Center-back departs after 39 matches and two titles

Letícia Teles joined Corinthians at the start of 2025 after playing for Red Bull Bragantino. Before that, she had spells with Aliança-GO, Goiás, Tiradentes-PI, and Minas Brasília.

Throughout her time with Timão, the defender played 39 matches, 31 of them as a starter. During her spell at the club, the team recorded 30 wins, four draws, and five losses.

Her stint also ended with two titles won in 2025: the Brazilian Women’s Championship and the Women’s Libertadores.

This season, Letícia had been one of the options for the defensive system. With Thaís Ferreira and Erika frequently used in the position and the return of Thaís Regina, the No. 3 shirt found herself facing greater competition for playing time.

Her last match for Corinthians came last Wednesday (26), when she started in the 6-2 win over Taubaté at Fazendinha in the seventh and final round of the first phase of the Paulista Women’s Championship.

Deal had already been in progress

The transfer had been taking shape over the past few weeks. Even before the official announcement, Letícia had already said goodbye to teammates and Corinthians staff members.

The defender also underwent the necessary medical exams last Friday (28) to complete her move to Saudi football. She was under contract with Timão until December 2027.

Now, Letícia Teles leaves Parque São Jorge to begin the first experience of her career outside Brazilian football. At Al-Qadsiah, the center-back will continue her professional journey after a little more than a season and a half wearing the black-and-white shirt.

In an official statement, Corinthians thanked the defender for her time at the club and wished her success in the next stage of her career.

With the transfer completed, head coach Emily Lima loses one option in defense right in the middle of the Brazilian Championship quarterfinals. The Brabas return to the pitch next Monday (7) at 5 p.m. at Canindé to face Cruzeiro in the second leg of the national knockout tie.

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