Corinthians arrive in Curitiba with 24 players to face Athletico-PR | OneFootball

Corinthians arrived in Curitiba around 18:00 with 24 players ahead of Thursday’s meeting with Athletico-PR.

The squad finished preparations early afternoon at CT Joaquim Grava, then flew to their hotel, where they will stay until shortly before kick-off. Canal do Dinâmico reports that defender Cacá is close to joining Vitória.

Gustavo Henrique and Memphis Depay return after being rested against São Bernardo.

Head coach Dorival Júnior is without Breno Bidon, who is in physical transition after a right thigh strain. Also missing are Hugo Farias, recovering from surgery on the right lateral meniscus, Kaio César with a right hamstring issue, and Yuri Alberto with a grade 2 left hamstring injury.

José Martínez remains sidelined with a left ACL injury and has a contract termination deal nearing completion. Fabrizio Angileri continues his conditioning work.

Supporters welcomed the delegation outside the hotel with flares as many players stopped for autographs and photos. Corinthians have won back-to-back games against São Bernardo and Red Bull Bragantino, the latter their first win in the national competition. They sit 12th on 3 points and could climb to fifth with another 3.

Related players: Goalkeepers Felipe Longo, Kauê, Hugo Souza. Full-backs Matheus Bidu, Matheuzinho, Pedro Milans. Centre-backs André Ramalho, Gabriel Paulista, Gustavo Henrique, João Pedro Tchoca. Midfielders Allan, André Carrillo, André Luiz, Charles, Dieguinho, Luiz Gustavo Bahia, Matheus Pereira, Raniele, Rodrigo Garro. Forwards Gui Negão, Kayke, Memphis Depay, Pedro Raul, Vitinho.

Source: Meu Timao