Corinthians work to settle debts, seek end to transfer ban

In partnership with

Central do Timão

·21 de outubro de 2025

Corinthians work to settle debts, seek end to transfer ban

By Henrique Pereira / Central do Timão Editorial Team

Corinthians is working behind the scenes to find solutions that will end the transfer ban imposed by FIFA and, at the same time, settle other significant debts. The Central do Timão team has investigated the progress of three main cases, involving Félix Torres, Matías Rojas, and Rodrigo Garro.

In the case of Félix Torres, the situation remains stalled both at FIFA and at the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Santos Laguna, the Mexican club that negotiated the defender, is demanding full payment of the amount owed—approximately R$ 40 million—and, according to sources close to the case, is not interested in accepting an installment plan.

Vídeos OneFootball

Photo: Rodrigo Coca/Ag. Corinthians

Regarding Matías Rojas, the scenario is more favorable. Corinthians is confident in reaching an agreement with the player’s staff, who, in turn, do not intend to appeal to FIFA again to request a new transfer ban. The debt, estimated at R$ 40 million, refers to salaries and contractual rights until the end of the contract and could reach R$ 45 million with the addition of interest.

The third impasse is with Talleres, from Argentina, involving midfielder Rodrigo Garro. The outstanding amount is around R$ 35 million. Corinthians made part of the payment, but later stopped the transfers. Talleres won the dispute at FIFA, and the Brazilian club appealed to CAS, where the process is still awaiting a final decision.

Last Monday, Corinthians settled a debt with the National Chamber of Dispute Resolution (CNRD) of the CBF, totaling just over R$ 7 million—including R$ 780,000 related to the issue involving Raniele and Cuiabá. With this payment, the board is trying to reverse the new transfer ban imposed by the entity, which was triggered by the delay in the second installment of the agreement.

Even amid these financial issues, Dorival Júnior’s team remains focused on the field. Corinthians’ next match will be on Saturday, the 25th, at 4 p.m., against Vitória, at Barradão, in Salvador, for the 30th round of the Brazilian Championship.

See more: