Matheus Bidu on possible Memphis return and his value to Corinthians | OneFootball

Corinthians lost 2-1 to Cruzeiro at Neo Química Arena in the 23rd round of the Campeonato Brasileiro, and left-back Matheus Bidu addressed a possible U-turn on Memphis Depay’s future, stressing the forward’s importance.

On Tuesday, Corinthians announced it would not renew Memphis’s contract after more than 40 days of talks. According to Meu Timao, Osmar Stabile has since reopened dialogue amid internal pressure to reassess the chance of keeping the then No 10.

Bidu declined to discuss negotiations, saying the matter sits with the player and the board. He said the squad are focused on the pitch and Thursday’s Libertadores tie, and that if Memphis returns he would add quality given how important he has been.

The Cori, Corinthians’ advisory council, is scheduled to meet at 17:00 on Monday to debate a potential renewal after Stabile asked it to review figures and terms. The body has no veto, so any decision will remain with Stabile’s administration regardless of its stance.

Corinthians play Rosario Central on Thursday in the Libertadores last-16 second leg, kicking off at 21:30 at Neo Química Arena. They need a straightforward win to reach the quarter-finals, while a draw would take it to penalties.

Source: Meu Timao

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