Memphis steps up talks to stay at Corinthians, optimism grows | OneFootball

Memphis Depay’s stay at Corinthians has started to look more optimistic behind the scenes in recent weeks. Previously treated internally as an extremely difficult situation because of the financial complexity involved, the Dutch forward’s continuation at Parque São Jorge is now seen as having a better chance of progress among the club, the player’s representatives, and companies interested in the project.

According to Central do Timão, Memphis hired a professional specialized in marketing and commercial positioning to expand his brand presence in Brazil and help bring him closer to potential investors. Even so, the main focus of the current moves is not just the hiring of this professional, but rather the progress of talks involving companies interested in financially participating in the No. 10’s stay project.

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Corinthians and the player’s camp are working together to find commercial partners who can help make the player’s costs viable. At the moment, negotiations are already underway with companies in the domestic market, in addition to other contacts awaiting a response for possible future talks.

Among the companies in talks with the club is Ezze Seguros, a Corinthians sponsor. The company is one of those interested in discussing investment formats related to the project involving Memphis, although other brands are also negotiating behind the scenes.

In recent days, a post made by Corinthians on social media sparked speculation among fans after highlighting Memphis in a campaign linked to Ezze. The move fueled rumors about a possible participation by the insurer in the striker’s renewal project.

However, the relationship between Memphis and the company also involves independent commercial actions. The Dutchman is expected to take part in advertising campaigns as an ambassador for the brand’s new products, further expanding his commercial image in the Brazilian market.

Internally, the mood regarding the renewal has changed in recent weeks. The scenario, previously treated as almost unworkable, is now being viewed more positively by people involved in the negotiations. The assessment is that the talks have been fitting together better and progressing gradually.

Memphis’ current contract with Corinthians is valid until June 20. The deal includes salary, image rights, bonuses for sporting targets, and a signing bonus, in an agreement considered one of the biggest in the club’s history.

Even given the financial complexity, the forward has already indicated to Corinthians that he is willing to be flexible on part of the terms to facilitate his stay. In addition, the player has shown interest in remaining at the club in several behind-the-scenes conversations.

Recently, Memphis also met with leaders of Gaviões da Fiel to personally explain the progress of the negotiations and reinforce his desire to continue playing for Corinthians.

Another important issue in the talks involves a multimillion debt accumulated by the club with the player, mainly related to prize money, bonuses, and amounts set out in the contract. The situation is also part of the discussions being conducted between the board and the athlete’s representatives.

While his future continues to be debated off the pitch, Memphis returned to action for Corinthians last Sunday in the 1-0 win over Atlético-MG at Neo Química Arena, after about two months out due to injury.

The forward is expected to be an option again for Fernando Diniz for the rest of the season before joining the Netherlands national team for the World Cup.

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