Overview
- Corinthians announced on Tuesday that they will not extend Depay’s deal, saying the decision was necessary to protect the club’s fragile finances.
- Depay replied publicly that a two‑year renewal had been agreed with the president and club departments and said he will seek remedies after accusing officials of breaking the deal.
- Brazilian outlets report the club still owes Depay about €7.2 million in unpaid salary and image rights, a claim that could grow to roughly €12.5–12.9 million with interest.
- Multiple reports say sporting, legal and financial departments had approved a renewal around August 8 before resistance from some board members reversed the talks, and coach Fernando Diniz had earlier said Depay’s stay was ‘completely acté.’
- Corinthians plans a press conference to explain its decision, Galapagos Capital’s sector report estimates club debt near €420 million, and Depay’s free‑agent status has already attracted interest from clubs in Brazil, the Middle East, Mexico and Europe.