Corinthians push ahead for loan deal for striker Kaio César | OneFootball

Active in the transfer market to strengthen the squad, Corinthians has advanced negotiations with Al-Hilal-SAU for the loan signing of forward Kaio César. Both parties are still discussing details, but negotiations continue to progress.

Initially reported by Central do Timão and confirmed by Gazeta Esportiva, Corinthians is interested in signing the player on a one-year loan. This is the second time Timão has attempted to sign Kaio César.

In the second half of 2025, Corinthians even contacted Al-Hilal, but talks did not move forward due to Timão’s transfer ban. Now, with the ban lifted, the team from Parque São Jorge is making another move for the forward.

However, since Dorival Júnior’s team is experiencing a major financial crisis, a loan is the most viable option for Corinthians.

Kaio César’s Numbers

Revealed by Coritiba, Kaio César emerged as a promising talent, but has not yet lived up to expectations. The player has modest numbers in his career.

For Coxa, he scored three goals in 36 matches. He was transferred to Vitória de Guimarães in January 2024 and scored four goals in 47 matches, as well as providing eight assists.

The player arrived in Saudi football at the beginning of last year. He played 34 games for Al-Hilal, found the net four times and provided six assists. In the current season, he has played 16 matches, starting only six of them.

Corinthians strong in the market

In addition to the move for Kaio César, Corinthians has been active on several fronts in the market. Timão has already announced center-back Gabriel Paulista and is close to signing two more reinforcements: Uruguayan right-back Pedro Milans and midfielder Matheus Pereira.

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