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Memphis Depay: Corinthians Contract Extension
Zakaria Labyad stated that both the club and Memphis Depay want to continue together. ESPN reports that the situation regarding the renewal of Depay is described as stalled, and that Corinthians is seeking commercial partners to afford the player's salary. According to club president Osmar Stabile, securing such partners is essential to extend Depay's contract, as Corinthians do not have the funds from their own budget to continue paying the player.
Zakaria Labyad stated that both the club and Memphis Depay want to continue together. ESPN reports that the situation regarding the renewal of Depay is described as stalled, and that Corinthians is seeking commercial partners to afford the player's salary. According to club president Osmar Stabile, securing such partners is essential to extend Depay's contract, as Corinthians do not have the funds from their own budget to continue paying the player.
According to Globo.com, initial discussions have occurred between Memphis Depay and Corinthians regarding a contract renewal. Memphis Depay has indicated a willingness to accept a reduction in his earnings, though he has not specified whether this reduction would affect his monthly salary and/or other bonuses. His contract, which was signed in September 2024, provides for various bonuses and awards in addition to his salary and signing-on fees. Corinthians has a current debt of R$ 42 million to Memphis Depay. The payment of this sum is dependent on a potential negotiation for installments, as the club is unable to pay it at present. This payment is not connected to the contract renewal.
According to Globo.com, initial discussions have occurred between Memphis Depay and Corinthians regarding a contract renewal. Memphis Depay has indicated a willingness to accept a reduction in his earnings, though he has not specified whether this reduction would affect his monthly salary and/or other bonuses. His contract, which was signed in September 2024, provides for various bonuses and awards in addition to his salary and signing-on fees. Corinthians has a current debt of R$ 42 million to Memphis Depay. The payment of this sum is dependent on a potential negotiation for installments, as the club is unable to pay it at present. This payment is not connected to the contract renewal.
Corinthians is studying ways to seek a contract renewal with Memphis Depay. ESPN reports that the club's management is looking for commercial partners to make the extension viable. According to ESPN, the club is also considering transforming Memphis Depay into an advertising figure as part of a business model to enable the renewal. The report states that the club's main focus is to adjust any new agreement for a reduction in monthly costs with the player. ESPN reports that issues such as bonuses and prizes will be reviewed and may be included in the calculation with commercial partners. There are about R$ 40 million pending related to contractual triggers for targets such as titles, goals, and assists. According to ESPN, the club is in talks with Memphis Depay's representatives to find a way to pay this debt in installments. The current contract ends on 20 June 2026, as reported by ESPN. Marcelo Paz, Corinthians' football executive, told ESPN that the club is seeking inventive solutions to finance a new agreement with Memphis Depay and wants to resolve the matter before the World Cup. Paz stated that both the club and Memphis Depay want him to stay, and the idea is to propose a new contract after the current one ends, considering the club's financial restructuring.
Corinthians is studying ways to seek a contract renewal with Memphis Depay. ESPN reports that the club's management is looking for commercial partners to make the extension viable. According to ESPN, the club is also considering transforming Memphis Depay into an advertising figure as part of a business model to enable the renewal. The report states that the club's main focus is to adjust any new agreement for a reduction in monthly costs with the player. ESPN reports that issues such as bonuses and prizes will be reviewed and may be included in the calculation with commercial partners. There are about R$ 40 million pending related to contractual triggers for targets such as titles, goals, and assists. According to ESPN, the club is in talks with Memphis Depay's representatives to find a way to pay this debt in installments. The current contract ends on 20 June 2026, as reported by ESPN. Marcelo Paz, Corinthians' football executive, told ESPN that the club is seeking inventive solutions to finance a new agreement with Memphis Depay and wants to resolve the matter before the World Cup. Paz stated that both the club and Memphis Depay want him to stay, and the idea is to propose a new contract after the current one ends, considering the club's financial restructuring.
Globo.com reports that the Corinthians board is taking steps to negotiate an amount of approximately R$ 40 million owed to Memphis Depay. The report also states the board is searching for companies interested in financing his salary for a contract extension. People close to Memphis Depay state that he wants to stay and has a goal of competing for the Conmebol Libertadores title. The player is reportedly willing to facilitate the payment of the debt. While there is no established date for negotiations to begin, the player's representatives and the club are expected to meet in the coming weeks to discuss expectations and find a resolution before the World Cup. According to the report, Corinthians would be unable to keep Memphis Depay if a partner is not found to finance his stay, even if he forgoes contractual perks such as private security, luxury hotel accommodation, and first-class tickets to Europe. Renewing his contract is a complex matter, as Corinthians owes him around R$ 40 million for unpaid signing-on fees and bonuses.
Globo.com reports that the Corinthians board is taking steps to negotiate an amount of approximately R$ 40 million owed to Memphis Depay. The report also states the board is searching for companies interested in financing his salary for a contract extension. People close to Memphis Depay state that he wants to stay and has a goal of competing for the Conmebol Libertadores title. The player is reportedly willing to facilitate the payment of the debt. While there is no established date for negotiations to begin, the player's representatives and the club are expected to meet in the coming weeks to discuss expectations and find a resolution before the World Cup. According to the report, Corinthians would be unable to keep Memphis Depay if a partner is not found to finance his stay, even if he forgoes contractual perks such as private security, luxury hotel accommodation, and first-class tickets to Europe. Renewing his contract is a complex matter, as Corinthians owes him around R$ 40 million for unpaid signing-on fees and bonuses.
Several sources heard by ESPN report that Memphis Depay's contract renewal with Corinthians remains uncertain. The club has communicated to Depay that they want him to stay but will not make offers that are considered crazy in terms of salary, which would require him to accept a reduction in his earnings. Depay also desires clear indications regarding the settlement of his overdue payments, which exceed R$ 42 million in bonuses and awards. People close to football executive Marcelo Paz state that he is enchanted with Depay and is a significant supporter of the renewal. The renewal process necessitates complex financial engineering and approval from senior members of the club's hierarchy. Opponents of the renewal want Marcelo Paz to maintain more distance from Depay to ensure a rational decision.
Several sources heard by ESPN report that Memphis Depay's contract renewal with Corinthians remains uncertain. The club has communicated to Depay that they want him to stay but will not make offers that are considered crazy in terms of salary, which would require him to accept a reduction in his earnings. Depay also desires clear indications regarding the settlement of his overdue payments, which exceed R$ 42 million in bonuses and awards. People close to football executive Marcelo Paz state that he is enchanted with Depay and is a significant supporter of the renewal. The renewal process necessitates complex financial engineering and approval from senior members of the club's hierarchy. Opponents of the renewal want Marcelo Paz to maintain more distance from Depay to ensure a rational decision.
According to Globo.com, Memphis Depay is nearing the end of his contract with Corinthians, which is valid until June 20, and an agreement for a renewal has not yet been reached. Corinthians owes approximately R$ 42 million to the player, and the parties have not come to a consensus on the payment. For now, the matter is not progressing.
According to Globo.com, Memphis Depay is nearing the end of his contract with Corinthians, which is valid until June 20, and an agreement for a renewal has not yet been reached. Corinthians owes approximately R$ 42 million to the player, and the parties have not come to a consensus on the payment. For now, the matter is not progressing.
Fernando Diniz expressed hope that Memphis Depay will stay at Corinthians and stated that he wants to establish a long-term association with him. Diniz described Memphis Depay as a superstar and emphasized the importance of his presence at Corinthians. The club's management is trying to find a company partner to cover the player's salary. Corinthians wants to make a decision before the start of the World Cup to avoid the risk of the player participating in the tournament without a new agreement being in place.
Fernando Diniz expressed hope that Memphis Depay will stay at Corinthians and stated that he wants to establish a long-term association with him. Diniz described Memphis Depay as a superstar and emphasized the importance of his presence at Corinthians. The club's management is trying to find a company partner to cover the player's salary. Corinthians wants to make a decision before the start of the World Cup to avoid the risk of the player participating in the tournament without a new agreement being in place.
Emerson Piovesan, the financial director of Corinthians, confirmed there are pending issues with Memphis Depay's contract totaling R$ 42 million. Piovesan stated the club is negotiating with Depay and his staff to arrange installment payments for this debt, because it is not possible to pay it in a single payment. Piovesan also declared that Corinthians will fulfill the terms of the contract with Depay and that the player is aware of the situation.
Emerson Piovesan, the financial director of Corinthians, confirmed there are pending issues with Memphis Depay's contract totaling R$ 42 million. Piovesan stated the club is negotiating with Depay and his staff to arrange installment payments for this debt, because it is not possible to pay it in a single payment. Piovesan also declared that Corinthians will fulfill the terms of the contract with Depay and that the player is aware of the situation.
According to ESPN, Memphis Depay's contract renewal depends on overcoming financial barriers, which sources within the club consider prohibitive. A source told ESPN that the 'Depay package' is approximately R$ 7 million per month, a figure that covers salary, signing bonuses, performance bonuses, and taxes. There is also an outstanding debt of around R$ 40 million from contractual triggers related to objectives like titles, goals, and assists. The club's management is reportedly discussing with Depay's representatives a plan to pay the debt in installments. ESPN also reported that the club's management does not consider renewing the contract on its current terms to be an option, as they are planning for financial austerity in 2026. The club expects that Memphis Depay will agree to a renegotiation of more expensive clauses in order to remain with the team. His current contract expires on June 20, 2026. Corinthians has publicly stated a desire for Memphis Depay to remain but has also acknowledged that there are financial constraints to a new agreement. During the CONMEBOL Libertadores group stage draw, Corinthians executive Marcelo Paz stated that Memphis Depay is important to the club, that the club wants him to stay, and that the player also wants to remain. Paz mentioned a financial matter that needs to be settled and conveyed optimism that a creative solution would be found, which would permit Memphis Depay to stay for longer than six months.
According to ESPN, Memphis Depay's contract renewal depends on overcoming financial barriers, which sources within the club consider prohibitive. A source told ESPN that the 'Depay package' is approximately R$ 7 million per month, a figure that covers salary, signing bonuses, performance bonuses, and taxes. There is also an outstanding debt of around R$ 40 million from contractual triggers related to objectives like titles, goals, and assists. The club's management is reportedly discussing with Depay's representatives a plan to pay the debt in installments. ESPN also reported that the club's management does not consider renewing the contract on its current terms to be an option, as they are planning for financial austerity in 2026. The club expects that Memphis Depay will agree to a renegotiation of more expensive clauses in order to remain with the team. His current contract expires on June 20, 2026. Corinthians has publicly stated a desire for Memphis Depay to remain but has also acknowledged that there are financial constraints to a new agreement. During the CONMEBOL Libertadores group stage draw, Corinthians executive Marcelo Paz stated that Memphis Depay is important to the club, that the club wants him to stay, and that the player also wants to remain. Paz mentioned a financial matter that needs to be settled and conveyed optimism that a creative solution would be found, which would permit Memphis Depay to stay for longer than six months.
In an interview with ESPN, Marcelo Paz, a Corinthians football executive, stated that the club desires to keep Memphis Depay for a longer period and that both the club and the player want him to stay. Paz said there is a financial issue to be resolved and that Corinthians is seeking creative solutions. He also mentioned that the club does not want to renew for just six months but for a longer duration. According to Paz, the Corinthians board expects a positive outcome, but everything depends on a financial agreement.
In an interview with ESPN, Marcelo Paz, a Corinthians football executive, stated that the club desires to keep Memphis Depay for a longer period and that both the club and the player want him to stay. Paz said there is a financial issue to be resolved and that Corinthians is seeking creative solutions. He also mentioned that the club does not want to renew for just six months but for a longer duration. According to Paz, the Corinthians board expects a positive outcome, but everything depends on a financial agreement.
According to Globo.com, the Corinthians board wants to proceed with Memphis Depay's contract renewal soon. Depay's contract with the club runs until July 20, 2026. Corinthians currently owes the player approximately R$40 million related to signing and performance bonuses. Depay is waiting for the club to resolve an issue with Talleres concerning another player before beginning discussions about the payment of the amount he is owed. Once a payment plan is agreed upon, renewal talks are expected to begin. Corinthians is also seeking a company to help pay Depay's salary. The player intends to extend his contract and stay at the club, and he is reportedly open to reviewing contractual clauses and waiving certain privileges if a good career project is presented. The formation of a competitive team and the club's sporting ambitions are factors in his decision. The board, despite his technical performance, does not consider maintaining a contract under the current terms to be beneficial. The situation is expected to be resolved by the World Cup.
According to Globo.com, the Corinthians board wants to proceed with Memphis Depay's contract renewal soon. Depay's contract with the club runs until July 20, 2026. Corinthians currently owes the player approximately R$40 million related to signing and performance bonuses. Depay is waiting for the club to resolve an issue with Talleres concerning another player before beginning discussions about the payment of the amount he is owed. Once a payment plan is agreed upon, renewal talks are expected to begin. Corinthians is also seeking a company to help pay Depay's salary. The player intends to extend his contract and stay at the club, and he is reportedly open to reviewing contractual clauses and waiving certain privileges if a good career project is presented. The formation of a competitive team and the club's sporting ambitions are factors in his decision. The board, despite his technical performance, does not consider maintaining a contract under the current terms to be beneficial. The situation is expected to be resolved by the World Cup.
According to Voetbalprimeur.nl, 32-year-old Memphis has a contract with Corinthians until the end of July.
According to Voetbalprimeur.nl, 32-year-old Memphis has a contract with Corinthians until the end of July.
Corinthians owes Memphis Depay more than R$ 30 million for a signing bonus and contractual bonuses. Marcelo Paz, the director of football at Corinthians, stated that after resolving the club's debt with Talleres, the club intends to pay what it owes Memphis Depay and then begin discussions for a contract renewal. The current contract is valid until June 20. Both Corinthians and Memphis Depay want a renewal, but talks will only begin after the debt is addressed. Paz said the ideal scenario is for Depay to leave for the Copa with the situation resolved.
Corinthians owes Memphis Depay more than R$ 30 million for a signing bonus and contractual bonuses. Marcelo Paz, the director of football at Corinthians, stated that after resolving the club's debt with Talleres, the club intends to pay what it owes Memphis Depay and then begin discussions for a contract renewal. The current contract is valid until June 20. Both Corinthians and Memphis Depay want a renewal, but talks will only begin after the debt is addressed. Paz said the ideal scenario is for Depay to leave for the Copa with the situation resolved.
Marcelo Paz stated that Memphis Depay's stay after the 2026 World Cup is still uncertain. He indicated there have been direct conversations with Memphis Depay and his team regarding a contract renewal, and the process involves resolving a substantial debt Corinthians owes the player related to title-winning bonuses from recent months. Paz also expressed that the renewal depends on organizing a payment plan for the debt. He said that renewing the contract before the World Cup is ideal and that negotiations have been straightforward.
Marcelo Paz stated that Memphis Depay's stay after the 2026 World Cup is still uncertain. He indicated there have been direct conversations with Memphis Depay and his team regarding a contract renewal, and the process involves resolving a substantial debt Corinthians owes the player related to title-winning bonuses from recent months. Paz also expressed that the renewal depends on organizing a payment plan for the debt. He said that renewing the contract before the World Cup is ideal and that negotiations have been straightforward.
In an interview with Romário for his YouTube platform, Memphis Depay stated that he wants to meet with the management to discuss a new agreement. Depay expressed his willingness to continue, stating that a discussion is needed about the possible balance between what the club can offer, the structure of the management, and the long-term project. Depay also criticized the internal management of the club, highlighting the need for individuals with a clear 10- or 15-year plan. He is ready to continue if Corinthians can propose a credible project that guarantees sporting continuity and concrete ambitions for future seasons.
In an interview with Romário for his YouTube platform, Memphis Depay stated that he wants to meet with the management to discuss a new agreement. Depay expressed his willingness to continue, stating that a discussion is needed about the possible balance between what the club can offer, the structure of the management, and the long-term project. Depay also criticized the internal management of the club, highlighting the need for individuals with a clear 10- or 15-year plan. He is ready to continue if Corinthians can propose a credible project that guarantees sporting continuity and concrete ambitions for future seasons.
Memphis Depay stated that he is very open to negotiating with Corinthians. He said they have to discuss the balance between what is possible due to the situation of the club, the board, and the structure. According to ge, the board of Corinthians has not reached a consensus on whether to offer a new contract to Memphis Depay.
Memphis Depay stated that he is very open to negotiating with Corinthians. He said they have to discuss the balance between what is possible due to the situation of the club, the board, and the structure. According to ge, the board of Corinthians has not reached a consensus on whether to offer a new contract to Memphis Depay.
Amid uncertainty regarding the renewal of the number 10, coach Dorival Júnior emphasized the forward's importance to the team following the victory in the Supercopa do Brasil and said he hopes for a renewal.
Amid uncertainty regarding the renewal of the number 10, coach Dorival Júnior emphasized the forward's importance to the team following the victory in the Supercopa do Brasil and said he hopes for a renewal.
The club's debt to Memphis is the main obstacle to discussions regarding a potential contract renewal with Corinthians. Football executive Marcelo Paz stated in an interview with Rádio Bandeirantes that he perceives a willingness from Memphis to remain at the club, on the condition that the financial issues are resolved. A new payment arrangement, which differs from a previously agreed installment plan for 2025, is currently under discussion between the financial department and Memphis.
The club's debt to Memphis is the main obstacle to discussions regarding a potential contract renewal with Corinthians. Football executive Marcelo Paz stated in an interview with Rádio Bandeirantes that he perceives a willingness from Memphis to remain at the club, on the condition that the financial issues are resolved. A new payment arrangement, which differs from a previously agreed installment plan for 2025, is currently under discussion between the financial department and Memphis.
According to ESPN BR, Memphis Depay is free to sign a pre-contract as his agreement with Corinthians is only valid until the middle of this year. The report states that the club from Parque São Jorge will only attempt to renew with the number 10 if a company interested in a partnership to cover the player's costs emerges, and that otherwise, Timão will not present a renewal proposal.
According to ESPN BR, Memphis Depay is free to sign a pre-contract as his agreement with Corinthians is only valid until the middle of this year. The report states that the club from Parque São Jorge will only attempt to renew with the number 10 if a company interested in a partnership to cover the player's costs emerges, and that otherwise, Timão will not present a renewal proposal.
Memphis Depay has a contract with Corinthians only until June of this year. According to sources, the club's upper management has had initial contacts with the Dutch player's representatives to discuss a contract renewal. The discussions are in a preliminary stage, and Corinthians acknowledges that there are still several issues to resolve with Depay before negotiations can proceed. The club is working to resolve the situation in the upcoming weeks, but significant progress is still required.
Memphis Depay has a contract with Corinthians only until June of this year. According to sources, the club's upper management has had initial contacts with the Dutch player's representatives to discuss a contract renewal. The discussions are in a preliminary stage, and Corinthians acknowledges that there are still several issues to resolve with Depay before negotiations can proceed. The club is working to resolve the situation in the upcoming weeks, but significant progress is still required.
Corinthians executive Marcelo Paz is optimistic about the contract renewal of Memphis Depay. In an interview with Rádio Bandeirantes, Paz stated that he will not give up on keeping the player in the squad. He said that he sees Depay as interested in staying at Corinthians and that the player has chances to remain if financial issues are resolved. Paz also mentioned that Depay is at a stage in his career where a financially attractive offer alone would not be enough to make him leave. The executive reported that he has had conversations with Depay. In these conversations, the player expressed that his body has not yet recovered from last year and that they have established a good level of dialogue.
Corinthians executive Marcelo Paz is optimistic about the contract renewal of Memphis Depay. In an interview with Rádio Bandeirantes, Paz stated that he will not give up on keeping the player in the squad. He said that he sees Depay as interested in staying at Corinthians and that the player has chances to remain if financial issues are resolved. Paz also mentioned that Depay is at a stage in his career where a financially attractive offer alone would not be enough to make him leave. The executive reported that he has had conversations with Depay. In these conversations, the player expressed that his body has not yet recovered from last year and that they have established a good level of dialogue.
According to ESPN BR, Marcelo Paz wants a face-to-face meeting with Memphis Depay or his representatives to negotiate a contract renewal. The report states this approach is due to the financial complexity involved. Memphis Depay's contract with Corinthians runs until June 2026.
According to ESPN BR, Marcelo Paz wants a face-to-face meeting with Memphis Depay or his representatives to negotiate a contract renewal. The report states this approach is due to the financial complexity involved. Memphis Depay's contract with Corinthians runs until June 2026.
Talks about a possible contract extension for Memphis Depay have not yet started, according to Voetbalprimeur.nl. President Osmar Stabile and the new football director, Marcelo Paz, are expected to consult with Memphis Depay at the beginning of next season to discuss the next steps.
Talks about a possible contract extension for Memphis Depay have not yet started, according to Voetbalprimeur.nl. President Osmar Stabile and the new football director, Marcelo Paz, are expected to consult with Memphis Depay at the beginning of next season to discuss the next steps.
President Osmar Stabile said he plans to wait and will only discuss a possible contract extension next year. The director stated that they cannot discuss this at the moment because a contract is currently in place, and he cannot talk about negotiations at this time. Stabile said they will work according to the contract's terms and will talk when it is near its expiration. He added that he does not know what will happen before then, stating that football is very dynamic and he cannot discuss the future. When asked about a possible renewal with the club, Memphis Depay did not answer the question and instead focused on the final part of this season.
President Osmar Stabile said he plans to wait and will only discuss a possible contract extension next year. The director stated that they cannot discuss this at the moment because a contract is currently in place, and he cannot talk about negotiations at this time. Stabile said they will work according to the contract's terms and will talk when it is near its expiration. He added that he does not know what will happen before then, stating that football is very dynamic and he cannot discuss the future. When asked about a possible renewal with the club, Memphis Depay did not answer the question and instead focused on the final part of this season.
According to the Brazilian branch of ESPN, Corinthians wants to renegotiate and extend the contract of Memphis Depay, whose current deal runs until mid-2026. Depay had previously also wanted to extend his contract. The club's priority was previously extending the contract of left-back Fabrizio Angileri, which expires in December 2025, but Corinthians now also wants to extend Depay's contract. The club is facing financial difficulties and has trouble paying current salaries. Corinthians wants to resolve these financial issues and fulfill current contract obligations before taking action to extend the 31-year-old striker's contract.
According to the Brazilian branch of ESPN, Corinthians wants to renegotiate and extend the contract of Memphis Depay, whose current deal runs until mid-2026. Depay had previously also wanted to extend his contract. The club's priority was previously extending the contract of left-back Fabrizio Angileri, which expires in December 2025, but Corinthians now also wants to extend Depay's contract. The club is facing financial difficulties and has trouble paying current salaries. Corinthians wants to resolve these financial issues and fulfill current contract obligations before taking action to extend the 31-year-old striker's contract.
Corinthians wants to renew the contract of Memphis Depay, which ends in July 2026. According to ESPN, Corinthians is focused on honoring its commitment with Depay before signing any other agreement. Information from André Hernan, Bruno Andrade, and Felipe Silva states that Corinthians has a total interest in renewing with Memphis Depay. There is discussion about whether to offer a contract with lower values, but it is believed at Corinthians that this will not happen. The salary issue is a concern for agents who want to renew contracts or bring in new players, as the numbers involved affect other negotiations. All parties are seeking the renewal, but the contract values impact other representatives when renewing or hiring other athletes.
Corinthians wants to renew the contract of Memphis Depay, which ends in July 2026. According to ESPN, Corinthians is focused on honoring its commitment with Depay before signing any other agreement. Information from André Hernan, Bruno Andrade, and Felipe Silva states that Corinthians has a total interest in renewing with Memphis Depay. There is discussion about whether to offer a contract with lower values, but it is believed at Corinthians that this will not happen. The salary issue is a concern for agents who want to renew contracts or bring in new players, as the numbers involved affect other negotiations. All parties are seeking the renewal, but the contract values impact other representatives when renewing or hiring other athletes.
ESPN BR reports on the involvement of agent Frederico Carvalho in the transfer of Memphis Depay to Corinthians. Agent Frederico Carvalho claims to have participated in the transfer of the Dutch player Memphis Depay to Corinthians. Carvalho sent an extrajudicial notification to Corinthians, alleging he offered the player's contract to the club and is seeking a commission. The club denies using intermediaries and does not recognize Carvalho's claims. Memphis Depay joined Corinthians on September 9 of the previous year. Carvalho is considering legal action depending on the club's response.
ESPN BR reports on the involvement of agent Frederico Carvalho in the transfer of Memphis Depay to Corinthians. Agent Frederico Carvalho claims to have participated in the transfer of the Dutch player Memphis Depay to Corinthians. Carvalho sent an extrajudicial notification to Corinthians, alleging he offered the player's contract to the club and is seeking a commission. The club denies using intermediaries and does not recognize Carvalho's claims. Memphis Depay joined Corinthians on September 9 of the previous year. Carvalho is considering legal action depending on the club's response.
Memphis Depay's transfer to Brazilian club Corinthians has taken many by surprise. Initially performing well, he now faces criticism for not justifying his high salary. The financial aspects of his contract have been disclosed as extraordinary. Depay relocated approximately 8,377 kilometers from Madrid to São Paulo. Brazilian presenter and former footballer Neto expressed criticism towards Corinthians for their expenditure on Depay despite facing financial challenges. The overall value of his contract, which includes bonuses, a signing fee, and salary, could total 18.5 million euros over 26 months. A sponsor, Esportes da Sorte, committed to paying 8.8 million euros, with the potential to rise to 19 million euros through various clauses. His signing fee was nearly 3.9 million euros, and he is entitled to 5.4 million euros in performance bonuses. Depay receives additional bonuses based on match selections and goal involvements. Currently, he has been involved in 27 goals, and Corinthians owes him 730,000 euros. Additionally, he earns 750,000 euros per title, having already secured this amount by winning the São Paulo championship (Paulistão).
Memphis Depay's transfer to Brazilian club Corinthians has taken many by surprise. Initially performing well, he now faces criticism for not justifying his high salary. The financial aspects of his contract have been disclosed as extraordinary. Depay relocated approximately 8,377 kilometers from Madrid to São Paulo. Brazilian presenter and former footballer Neto expressed criticism towards Corinthians for their expenditure on Depay despite facing financial challenges. The overall value of his contract, which includes bonuses, a signing fee, and salary, could total 18.5 million euros over 26 months. A sponsor, Esportes da Sorte, committed to paying 8.8 million euros, with the potential to rise to 19 million euros through various clauses. His signing fee was nearly 3.9 million euros, and he is entitled to 5.4 million euros in performance bonuses. Depay receives additional bonuses based on match selections and goal involvements. Currently, he has been involved in 27 goals, and Corinthians owes him 730,000 euros. Additionally, he earns 750,000 euros per title, having already secured this amount by winning the São Paulo championship (Paulistão).
Memphis Depay has been officially announced as the new number 10 for Corinthians. The club confirmed the new number for the Dutch player on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, ahead of their match against Santos. This decision was part of a marketing strategy by the club, as reported by ESPN. Memphis Depay is expected to debut with the new number in the match against Santos.
Memphis Depay has been officially announced as the new number 10 for Corinthians. The club confirmed the new number for the Dutch player on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, ahead of their match against Santos. This decision was part of a marketing strategy by the club, as reported by ESPN. Memphis Depay is expected to debut with the new number in the match against Santos.
Memphis Depay has agreed to a contract with Corinthians that will last until mid-2026. It was reported that the Brazilian club's sponsor, Esportes da Sorte, has been granted permission by the Ministry of Finance to operate in Brazil and is expected to cover two-thirds of Depay's substantial salary, which amounts to six million euros annually. Sources indicated that if the sponsor had not received approval, Corinthians would have been compelled to cut ties with Memphis, necessitating his departure from the club. Fortunately, this predicament has been averted, allowing Memphis to continue his career in Brazil.
Memphis Depay has agreed to a contract with Corinthians that will last until mid-2026. It was reported that the Brazilian club's sponsor, Esportes da Sorte, has been granted permission by the Ministry of Finance to operate in Brazil and is expected to cover two-thirds of Depay's substantial salary, which amounts to six million euros annually. Sources indicated that if the sponsor had not received approval, Corinthians would have been compelled to cut ties with Memphis, necessitating his departure from the club. Fortunately, this predicament has been averted, allowing Memphis to continue his career in Brazil.
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