Why the Memphis talks have dragged on and split Corinthians | OneFootball

Corinthians remain locked in talks over a new deal for Memphis, with no deadline set as internal divisions put president Osmar Stabile under pressure. The forward and his representatives are awaiting a response.

According to Globo.com, the key obstacle is a clause that would accelerate payment of a R$ 42 million debt, with interest and a fine, if any of four instalments are late. Memphis’s lawyers want guarantees. The club is adamant and accepts it may delay payments amid a severe cash crunch.

Memphis has been in Brazil since Tuesday and has passed his medical, with training videos indicating good condition. He attended Thursday’s Copa do Brasil elimination at Neo Química Arena and was applauded by supporters.

The dispute has inflamed club politics, with key allies threatening to withdraw support if Stabile signs. Elections are due in the final quarter. Critics blame former president Augusto Melo for the debt and warn a new big-money deal would land on Stabile. The board’s plan, if re-elected in 2027, is to afford a marquee on R$ 2 million a month, though not renewing could also erode projections via a penalty owed to the Dutchman.

The football department, led by executive Marcelo Paz and coach Fernando Diniz, favour renewal and made that view clear weeks ago. With Yuri Alberto injured, Corinthians have turned to Gui Negão and Pedro Raul in their past two matches.

The Conmebol Libertadores last 16 begins next week and staff at CT Joaquim Grava expect Memphis could be available. Inside the squad there is belief that, at full strength, they could challenge. Stabile is weighing the risks before deciding.

Source: Globo.com

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