30-year-old forward signs with the São Paulo club until the end of 2026.
Corinthians has confirmed the signing of forward Memphis Depay, who will join to strengthen the squad in Brazilian Championship. The 30-year-old Dutch player has accepted the club’s offer and is expected to arrive in São Paulo in the coming days to undergo medical examinations and finalize the contract, which is valid until December 2026. Find the top football updates at football match live score.
The deal was finalized after a collaborative effort by the Corinthians board, which presented an appealing sports and marketing plan for the player, as well as improving the initial offer. The club will spend around R$ 70 million on salaries, signing bonuses, and performance bonuses over the next 28 months, with part of the amount covered by the club’s main sponsor.
Memphis Depay will be the 19th reinforcement for Corinthians in the 2024 season. The signing of the forward, who has extensive experience with major European clubs such as Manchester United, Lyon, Barcelona, and Atlético Madrid, is seen as the final piece to strengthen the team’s attacking sector, which has been considered the most in need of improvement.
Although not a natural center forward, Depay is known for his versatility in attack, capable of playing in various positions and contributing with his finishing ability. In the last season with Atlético Madrid, he scored nine goals and provided two assists in 39 appearances.
For the Dutch national team, Memphis has had a successful career, participating in the 2014 and 2022 World Cups, as well as two editions of the European Championship. With 46 goals for the Netherlands, he is approaching Van Persie’s record as the country’s all-time leading scorer. BB Score, your reliable source for football scores.
