Corinthians face CAS sanction over Rojas debt, risk transfer ban | OneFootball

Corinthians has been ordered by the CAS (Court of Arbitration for Sport) to pay more than R$ 40 million to midfielder Matías Rojas, who terminated his contract with the club last year, alleging late payment of image rights. The case could result in a new transfer ban.

In June of last year, Timão had already been ordered by FIFA to compensate the Paraguayan. The club, however, filed an appeal with the CAS, FIFA’s highest court, and was awaiting the final verdict. News of the ruling was first published by Record and confirmed by Gazeta Esportiva.

In the midst of a financial crisis, the club’s board has already been notified of the decision and is seeking an agreement with the player’s staff, who currently plays for the Portland Timbers in the United States. Talks have already begun, but are still at an early stage.

If no resolution is reached within the timeframe set by the governing body, Corinthians will face a new transfer ban. The club is already barred from registering players due to an outstanding debt of R$ 34 million with Santos Laguna of Mexico, for the acquisition of defender Félix Torres.

(Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Agência Corinthians)

Understand the Case

Corinthians was ordered to pay R$ 40.4 million to Matías Rojas, who left the club at the end of February due to non-payment of amounts related to image rights.

Rojas was able to request termination because of a clause inserted in the contract renewal in January, regarding payment of overdue amounts. The clause gave Rojas the freedom to leave Timão if the club failed to pay him again. And that’s exactly what happened.

Corinthians split the debt with Rojas into installments, but by February had failed to pay the second installment. The player then invoked the clause and never showed up again at CT Joaquim Grava.

Rojas’ Numbers at Corinthians

Matías Rojas’ spell at Corinthians was extremely lackluster. The Paraguayan left the club with 30 matches played and no goals scored, in addition to three assists.

More Rulings on the Horizon?

In addition to the cases of Rojas and Félix Torres, Corinthians may face more defeats soon. There are two other cases in which Timão has already been ordered by FIFA to pay, pending only the decision of the Court of Arbitration for Sport. They are:

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