Corinthians secure two signings, eye new market targets | OneFootball

Corinthians has accelerated its moves in the transfer market after getting rid of FIFA’s transfer ban. The club, now led by the new football executive Marcelo Paz, has two signings secured and has already outlined its next targets.

Timão has already completed the signing of defender Gabriel Paulista, who terminated his contract with Besiktas, Turkey, and was a free agent. The player even attended the victory over Ponte Preta this Sunday at Neo Química Arena and was announced after the match.

In addition to the defender, Corinthians is in advanced talks with midfielder Matheus Pereira from Fortaleza. The player, who came up through the club’s youth system, is expected to arrive on a one-year loan with an option to buy. Timão will fully cover the player’s salary, and he is already in São Paulo for medical exams.

New Targets

The Corinthians board has already defined its next steps. The club is still looking for reinforcements in three positions: right-back, midfield, and attack.

Timão wants a right-back to compete with Matheuzinho, the undisputed starter. Renzo Saravia and Santiago Arias, both free agents, are being considered. According to Gazeta Esportiva, Natanael from Atlético-MG is also being monitored by the board.

For the midfield, after securing Matheus Pereira, Corinthians is targeting players with different characteristics. Defensive midfielder Allan from Flamengo has been approached by the club and is appreciated by coach Dorival Júnior.

The options for the attack remain confidential, but the report has learned that Timão intends to bring in fast, skillful wingers. The idea is to complete the squad with two or three more signings.

(Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Agência Corinthians)

Aligned Message

In a press conference after the victory over Ponte Preta this Sunday, marking the debut in the Paulistão, coach Dorival Júnior spoke about the possibility of reinforcements in the first days alongside Marcelo Paz.

The coach’s message is aligned with that of the executive. He acknowledges that the club needs to strengthen the squad but warns about Corinthians’ financial limitations.

“Marcelo knows the market well, did a great job at Fortaleza, recognized by everyone. We are looking for players, we’re not hiding it, but we have our spending limits. I have to understand that. We exchange information daily, he is active in the market,” said Dorival.

“We are aware that we need to strengthen, always hoping that new players can arrive as soon as possible because the competitions don’t stop. We’ll have the Paulistão, the start of the Brasileirão, and then the Supercopa, a very important match for the club,” he concluded.

Marcelo Paz and Dorival exchange daily information about possible reinforcements for the team. The assessment also includes Renan Bloise, head of the analysis department.

In a financial crisis, Corinthians is targeting players who are free agents or available on loan.

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