Crespo open to Alisson joining Corinthians: “It’s his decision” | OneFootball

Alisson may leave São Paulo in the coming days. After the Majestoso this Sunday, coach Hernán Crespo admitted the possibility of the midfielder's departure to Corinthians, the Tricolor's archrival.

As reported in the press, the negotiation that would take Alisson to Corinthians would be carried out with a player-for-player exchange. But, according to Crespo, São Paulo does not need any athlete from Timão.

“I don't want anyone (from Corinthians). If Alisson has the possibility to leave, I will accept it. At São Paulo, you need to be well. The choice is his. I think from Corinthians, I don't need anyone,” said the coach.

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Hernán Crespo, at the Majestoso – Credits: Rubens Chiri / São Paulo FC

Out of the Majestoso

Due to the negotiation with Corinthians, Alisson was not listed for the Majestoso this Sunday. It was the second consecutive time the midfielder was absent from a São Paulo match.

In recent days, Corinthians approached the player's representatives through Marcelo Paz, the new football executive. São Paulo then received an inquiry from the alvinegro rival to understand the terms of a possible negotiation for the midfielder, who is highly regarded by Dorival. In an interview before the Majestoso, Timão's football director confirmed Alvinegro's interest in the player.

“There is interest in the player (Alisson), as naturally reported in the press. He is an athlete who has already worked with Dorival and pleases him. There is a conversation between the clubs, and it is understandable that he was left out this Sunday. He is an athlete that interests us, and if an agreement is reached, he could join Corinthians,” said Marcelo Paz, in an interview with TNT Sports.

With the draw, São Paulo reached four points in the Paulista Championship, in ninth position. The Tricolor returns to the field this Wednesday, when they host Portuguesa at Morumbi, at 7:30 PM (Brasília time).

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