Coritiba eyeing Corinthians midfielder for 2026 | OneFootball

Coritiba shows interest in signing midfielder Charles, 29 years old, who currently belongs to Corinthians and is under contract until the end of 2028. The information was initially reported by Band.

Signed in 2024, Charles cost 1.6 million euros (R$ 9.7 million at the time), coming from Midtjylland, Denmark. The Paraná club made an initial inquiry about the player, who has one goal and one assist in 37 matches, 14 of which as a starter, this season. In 2024, he scored one goal in 24 games, starting 15 of them.

No official negotiation underway

Despite Coxa's interest, Corinthians has not yet opened talks to discuss a possible departure of Charles. The São Paulo club is expected to evaluate any move only after the Copa do Brasil final.

Coritiba's midfield lineup for 2026

For the next season, coach Fernando Seabra has midfielders Vini Paulista, Wallisson, and Sebastián Gómez. The club has already announced the signing of Willian Oliveira, coming from Vitória, and renewed with Wallisson until 2028. On the other hand, Filipe Machado and Geovane have left the squad.

Preparation for the season

Coritiba will return on December 27 for the pre-season. The official debut is scheduled for January 7, against Foz do Iguaçu. The club aims to maintain a solid base of the team that won the Série B in 2025, reinforced by Willian Oliveira and Pedro Rocha, as well as keeping important players like goalkeeper Pedro Morisco, defender Jacy, midfielders Vini Paulista and Sebastián Gómez, and forward Iury Castilho.

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