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 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.