Corinthians reopen talks with Memphis Depay over new deal | OneFootball

The situation between Corinthians and Memphis Depay has taken a new turn behind the scenes. After informing that the forward would not remain at the club, the black-and-white board resumed talks with the Dutch player and once again discussed the possibility of renewing his contract. The information was published by Meu Timão.

According to the report, representatives from both sides met last Wednesday (12), one day after Corinthians officially announced the end of negotiations over the player’s stay. The new meeting put a renewal back on the table, although there is still no final agreement.

Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Corinthians

At this point, the trend is for talks to resume under the same conditions that had already been negotiated before the breakdown. Memphis, in turn, has shown no willingness to make further reductions to the amounts previously discussed.

The change in scenario comes amid the strong backlash caused by the board’s decision. Last Tuesday (11), Corinthians said it would not continue negotiations and justified the decision by citing the need to protect the club’s financial situation.

The decision increased pressure on president Osmar Stabile. Fans voiced their opinions on social media and demanded the forward stay, while the club chief also became the target of protests. In the early hours of this Friday (14), banners criticizing the current administration were placed in front of the executive’s residence.

The situation also had repercussions among Corinthians’ commercial partners. According to the published information, sponsors see Memphis as a relevant name for the exposure of their brands. Ezze Seguros reportedly slowed the pace of talks to renew its deal with the club, while Esportes da Sorte, the main sponsor, also showed dissatisfaction with the outcome initially announced.

Sponsor offers assistance for him to stay

Another factor that emerged behind the scenes was an initiative from Fatal Fans. The sponsor presented Corinthians with a proposal for an addendum to the contract already in place between the parties, with the possibility of making R$ 5 million available specifically for Memphis Depay to stay.

Despite the offer, the new talks between Corinthians and the forward’s camp do not initially depend on that amount. Negotiations resumed directly between the club and the player, while the sponsor’s proposal appears as an additional possibility to help with the financial package.

As a result, a situation that seemed closed after the official statement is now open again. Memphis’ stay still depends on a new understanding between the parties, and no renewal has been made official so far.

Memphis’ spell at Corinthians

Signed in September 2024, Memphis arrived at Parque São Jorge during a season in which Corinthians was trying to move away from the bottom spots in the Brazilian Championship. Since then, the forward has become one of the main pieces in the black-and-white squad.

During his time at the club, the Dutchman played 79 matches, scored 20 goals, and provided 15 assists, totaling 35 direct goal contributions.

Memphis was also part of three Corinthians titles during that period. With the forward in the squad, Timão lifted the Paulista Championship, the Copa do Brasil, and the Supercopa do Brasil.

Now, after talks resumed, Corinthians and Memphis are trying to find a way to extend the player’s time at Parque São Jorge.

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