Corinthians near two signings before Supercopa clash with Flamengo | OneFootball

Flamengo and Corinthians face off on February 1st at the Mané Garrincha National Stadium

Flamengo and Corinthians will face each other on February 1st (Sunday) at the Mané Garrincha National Stadium for the Supercup. With just over a week remaining for the duel that will determine the first title of the season, Corinthians has advanced in signing two reinforcements: Alisson and Júnior Santos.

Corinthians has arranged the signing of midfielder Alisson. There is already a verbal agreement with São Paulo for a loan until the end of the year, with the alvinegro team taking on the salaries of the 32-year-old player.

According to the financial agreement between the clubs, Corinthians will pay R$ 1 million upfront to São Paulo. Later, an additional R$ 500,000 in the second half of the year. Moreover, the club will have to pay R$ 1.5 million if Alisson reaches a number of matches previously stipulated between the teams.

IS CORINTHIANS ALSO LOOKING TO SIGN A FORWARD?

Additionally, Flamengo's rival in the Supercup has initiated talks with Atlético-MG to finalize the signing of forward Júnior Santos. Corinthians intends to have the 31-year-old player on a one-year loan, at no cost.

AND WHAT ABOUT FLAMENGO?

Similarly, Flamengo is also seeking reinforcements for the season. After presenting defender Vitão and goalkeeper Andrew, the Carioca team is negotiating the signing of midfielder Lucas Paquetá. Furthermore, the Rubro-Negro continues to search for a forward to strengthen the team's offensive sector.

WHAT ARE THE DETAILS OF THE SUPERCUP?

Brazilian Champion in 2025, Flamengo will face Corinthians, the winner of the Copa do Brasil last season. The match will take place at 4 PM (Brasília time) on February 1st (Sunday) at the Mané Garrincha Stadium in Brasília.

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