Globo.com reports that Corinthians have announced the amicable termination of Héctor Hernández's contract, which was set to run until December 31, 2026. The club reported that the player's departure will lead to a payroll saving of R$ 4.8 million by the end of the year. Corinthians did not specify if it paid the player any amount for the termination. Héctor Hernández had not been training since August of the previous year due to a decision by coach Dorival Júnior. Corinthians had intended to sell the player but was unsuccessful in securing a deal.

Héctor Hernández and Corinthians are in advanced negotiations for an amicable termination of his contract, which was originally valid until the end of 2026. By a decision from coach Dorival Júnior, Héctor Hernández has been separated from the squad since August of last year. Corinthians had the intention to sell Héctor Hernández but was not successful in any negotiation. The information about the contract termination was initially published by journalist Jorge Nicola and was confirmed by ge.

Marcelo Paz stated that Héctor Hernández is not part of the Corinthians squad and is available for possible negotiations. Paz is awaiting offers from the market to negotiate Héctor Hernández in the coming weeks.

According to Globo.com, players such as Héctor Hernández are internally considered negotiable and may leave Corinthians in the first months of this year.