Atlético-MG announce signing of Maycon, former Corinthians midfielder | OneFootball

The Atlético-MG announced the signing of midfielder Maycon. The player decided to leave Corinthians and signed a contract until the end of 2028 with Galo.

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Corinthians managed to align Maycon's stay with Shakhtar Donetsk, but the deal stalled due to some uncertainties. The club initially offered the player a three-year contract, but then backtracked and proposed only two.

Meanwhile, Atlético-MG enticed the athlete with a three-year contract and a higher salary compared to what Corinthians was willing to pay. The São Paulo club tried to match Galo's offer to convince the midfielder to stay, but it wasn't enough.

Family Matters

Besides contractual factors, another issue that favored the Minas Gerais club was family. This is because Maycon is married to Lyarah Vojnovic, sister of Lyanco, a defender for Atlético-MG. Therefore, with the midfielder moving to BH, the families can stay united.

Blow for Dorival

Maycon's departure was a blow for Dorival Júnior. The Corinthians coach saw the player as one of the leaders of the squad and was one of the main advocates for his stay.

The midfielder had ups and downs throughout 2025 but ended the season as a starter and a key player in winning the Copa do Brasil title. Additionally, he also participated in winning the Campeonato Paulista against Palmeiras.

In 2025, the midfielder scored three goals and provided one assist. Throughout his time at Corinthians, he played 245 matches, scoring 18 goals and providing 13 assists. During this period, he lifted five trophies: three Paulistão titles (in 2017, 2018, and 2025), one Brazilian Championship (2017), and another Copa do Brasil (2025).

Replacement Arranged

Corinthians has already arranged a replacement for Maycon. The club's management is in advanced talks with midfielder Matheus Pereira from Fortaleza. He is expected to be signed on a one-season loan, with an option to buy.

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