Memphis at Corinthians, 79 games, three trophies and a turbulent exit | OneFootball

Corinthians have ended talks to renew Memphis Depay’s contract after weeks of negotiation. The club announced the decision, citing financial health as the main factor, a move that has reignited controversy over how agreements are handled.

Memphis arrived in September 2024 as one of the biggest signings in the club’s recent history. He was recruited to help steer the side away from the relegation zone and quickly became a leading figure, scoring seven goals in his first season in the Brasileiro.

Across his spell he made 79 appearances, 62 as a starter, returning 20 goals and 15 assists. Corinthians recorded 40 wins, 18 draws and 21 defeats in that time, while he lifted the Campeonato Paulista 2025, the Copa do Brasil 2025 and the Supercopa Rei 2026.

He delivered in key moments. In the 2025 Copa do Brasil he scored against Palmeiras in the last 16 and again in the final against Vasco, and his show of flair when he stood on the ball versus Palmeiras in the 2025 Paulista became a flashpoint.

His final appearance came on 27 May 2026, a 2-0 Libertadores defeat to Platense at the Neo Química Arena. His last goal was on 15 March in a 1-1 draw at Santos at Vila Belmiro in round six of the Brasileirão.

Beyond the pitch, Memphis enhanced Corinthians’ visibility abroad, including links around the Netherlands squad during the 2026 World Cup. He also leaves as one of the few players to have publicly challenged the board.

Source: Meu Timao

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