Diniz backs squad stability and injury returns to lift Corinthians before Estudiantes tie | OneFootball

Fernando Diniz urged calm after Corinthians lost 2-1 to Chapecoense, a fourth straight league defeat, saying squad stability and injured returns could restore competitiveness and sustain Conmebol Libertadores ambitions.

According to Globo.com, with Europe’s main windows shut Diniz told reporters further player sales are unlikely, and any deal would only take effect in January.

That stance may tighten finances, but at CT Joaquim Grava retention is seen as positive, keeping Yuri Alberto, Breno Bidon, André, Matheuzinho, Matheus Bidu and Hugo Souza available late in 2026.

He said no one should depart, though a sale could occur for January, and anything else would be exceptional. He hopes André and Yuri, both in the medical department, can return soon.

On Sunday, against bottom side Chapecoense, Corinthians had nine absences, six injuries and three suspensions for a third yellow, and fell to 11th.

They visit Estudiantes in the Conmebol Libertadores quarter-final first leg on Wednesday at 21:30 Brasília time in La Plata, Argentina.

Yuri Alberto and André will not play, as neither has begun on-pitch transition. There is hope they gain minutes in the return in São Paulo on 16 September.

Diniz warned there is no clear timeline, citing Yuri’s fibrosis setback and a brief regression. He said they are close, week to week, and declined to set dates.

Source: Globo.com

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