São Paulo open to Alisson loan move to Corinthians, here’s why | OneFootball

São Paulo finalized the loan of midfielder Alisson to Corinthians last Friday and believes it made a good deal. The Tricolor board considers the negotiation a “success” due to the terms set in the contract, which will be signed upon payment of R$ 1 million by their rival.

For the loan to take place, Corinthians will have to pay R$ 1 million upfront to São Paulo, and another R$ 500,000 in the second half of this year. As soon as the initial amount is deposited into Tricolor’s account, Alisson will be released to join the team at Parque São Jorge, according to reports.

Additionally, a purchase option clause for Alisson was also established: 2.5 million euros (about R$ 15.5 million at the current exchange rate). Finally, if the midfielder completes 25 matches playing 45 minutes or more, Corinthians will have to pay an additional 250,000 euros (approximately R$ 1.5 million).

Another point defined in the agreement is that Corinthians will pay Alisson’s full salary. Lastly, Timão will also have to pay R$ 2 million to include the player in matches against São Paulo.

In total, if Corinthians acquires Alisson’s rights permanently, Tricolor could make around R$ 18.5 million. If the rival also pays the penalties for the other two derbies scheduled for the current season, this amount could exceed R$ 20 million.

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São Paulo views the departure positively

Given the terms established in the contract, São Paulo classifies the negotiation as positive behind the scenes. In Tricolor’s view, the terms are highly favorable, especially since they are not releasing a player to their rival for free.

The Tricolor’s top management also has no reservations about Alisson’s transfer to a direct rival of São Paulo. The scenario of negotiations between rivals has been recent, with examples such as Caio Paulista, who left the club to sign with Palmeiras, and Igor Vinícius, who went to Santos. The midfielder’s case is reminiscent of Jadson’s situation in 2014, who made the same move.

At the direct request of Dorival Júnior, Alisson also reportedly signaled his desire to leave São Paulo, which sped up negotiations. Internally, the player’s relationship with the coaching staff had become strained in recent days. He began training separately from his teammates and was not included in the squad for the last three matches.

In a press conference, coach Hernán Crespo mentioned that he wants players committed to the club in the squad. “If a player isn’t focused on helping São Paulo, the idea is to help him leave,” he said. The same stance was adopted internally at the club.

Beloved by Dorival

Alisson is an old acquaintance of Dorival Júnior, Corinthians’ coach. During his time at São Paulo, the manager was responsible for changing Alisson’s position from winger to midfielder.

In his new role, the player flourished and played a key part in winning the Copa do Brasil title in 2023. He even caught the attention of the Brazilian National Team when Dorival was in charge of the Seleção.

Alisson’s arrival at Corinthians, therefore, was heavily influenced by the coach, who has a special fondness for the midfielder. After the derby against Santos, the coach heaped praise on the player.

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