Memphis to join Corinthians Tuesday, fitness check before derby | OneFootball

Forward Memphis Depay is still considered a doubt by Corinthians for the derby against Santos this Wednesday at Vila Belmiro, for the 28th round of the Brazilian Championship. The player has not yet returned to Brazil and is expected by the club at Tuesday’s training session.

According to information obtained by Gazeta Esportiva, the Dutchman is scheduled to land in Brazil on Monday night. On Tuesday, he will be evaluated by Corinthians’ coaching staff and physical trainers, who will decide whether or not the athlete will be included in the squad for the match.

It’s worth noting that Memphis played for the Netherlands national team last Sunday. He provided two assists and also scored a goal in the Dutch team’s 4-0 rout over Finland in the European Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.

Recently, the number 10 suffered a physical issue right after serving his national team. He played in the victory of the Parque São Jorge team over Athletico-PR by 2-0 in the Copa do Brasil, just a few days after representing the Netherlands. On that occasion, he suffered a thigh edema in his right leg that kept him off the field for almost a month.

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Memphis’ Numbers

Despite criticism, Memphis Depay has posted good numbers for Corinthians this season. An undisputed starter under coach Dorival Júnior, he has eight goals and ten assists in 39 matches this year.

If he is ruled out of the derby against Santos, Timão’s attack should once again be formed by Yuri Alberto and the youngster Gui Negão. Talles Magno and Kayke are also in contention. Romero, meanwhile, having been called up to the Paraguayan national team, will be unavailable for Corinthians.

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