Corinthians sign Al Hilal striker before Flamengo clash | OneFootball

Which forward will sign with Corinthians?

Corinthians has secured the signing of forward Kaio César from Al Hilal (SAU). The São Paulo team convinced the Saudi team to loan the player at no cost, and the expectation is that the young Brazilian will present himself this week in São Paulo.

— Kaio César is coming to Corinthians, it's very close, next week he will be arriving here, everything is almost settled. He is a young athlete, Dorival asked for players on the wing with speed and health, he is one of those players, so it's 98% done. Just a minor detail is missing -, explained Marcelo Paz, executive director of football at Corinthians, to TNT Sports.

Kaio César agreed to reduce his salary to leave Al Hilal and sign with Corinthians. At the Saudi team, the forward was earning approximately R$ 1 million per month, but he agreed to lower his demands to play for the São Paulo team.

Until when is Kaio César's contract with Al Hilal?

Kaio César has a contract with the Saudi club until mid-2028. Thus, after the end of the 2026 season, the forward will have to return to Al Hilal. Corinthians, however, will have the opportunity to make a purchase offer if they are interested.

When will the Supercopa do Brasil take place?

Flamengo will face Corinthians in the Supercopa do Brasil final on February 1st, at Mané Garrincha, in Brasília. The match is scheduled for 4 PM (Brasília time), with coverage by Coluna do Fla through social media.

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