Marcelo Paz keen, Alisson out of São Paulo derby squad | OneFootball

At the request of coach Dorival Júnior, Corinthians has opened talks with São Paulo to sign midfielder Alisson. The player was left out of the Tricolor's squad list for this Sunday's match against Timão, for the third round of the Campeonato Paulista.

In recent days, Corinthians approached the player's representatives through Marcelo Paz, the new football executive. São Paulo then received the inquiry from the alvinegro rival to understand the terms of a possible negotiation for the midfielder, who is highly regarded by Dorival. In an interview before the Majestoso, Timão's football director confirmed Alvinegro's interest in the player.

“There is an interest in the player (Alisson), as is naturally reported in the press. He is an athlete who has already worked with Dorival and pleases him. There is a conversation between the clubs, and it is understandable that he was left out this Sunday. He is an athlete we are interested in, and if an agreement is reached, he could join Corinthians,” said Marcelo Paz in an interview with TNT Sports.

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Given this scenario, the possibility of a player exchange is being discussed internally, according to Gazeta Esportiva. São Paulo suggested names like Raniele and José Martínez, but Corinthians considers them starters and is not interested in parting with the midfielders.

The terms of a possible negotiation, therefore, still need to be adjusted by the clubs, should Corinthians continue to pursue the signing of Alisson.

In this Paulista Championship, Corinthians and São Paulo each have one win and one loss. Timão debuted with a victory against Ponte Preta but was defeated by RB Bragantino midweek. Tricolor, on the other hand, lost to Mirassol in the first round but recovered with a win against São Bernardo.

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