Corinthians wants half a new team: Know the priorities of reinforcements

O Corinthians has drawn up an ambitious plan for the transfer market and is searching for up to six reinforcements for the second semester. Coach António Oliveira identified the need to strengthen the cast, especially with midfielders and fast attackers.

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Reinforcement in the Midfield

The priority of Corinthians is to strengthen the midfield with versatile players, able to defend and attack with the same efficiency. Hernani, currently at Parma, is the club's great desire. With a height of 1.88 m, it unites strength and technique, characteristics that please the coach.

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Reinforcement in Attack

O Corinthians He's also looking for speed attackers, similar to Wesley's game style. In case Wesley is traded, the club intends to bring in two new attackers. Erick Pulga, from Ceará, is one of the names approved by the technical committee.

Other Needs

In addition to midfielders and tips, the Corinthians Look for a side-left. Hugo is the titular, but Matheus Bidu does not inspire confidence as a reserve, and Diego Palacios has cartilage problems on his knee, having played only once in the season.

The zaga can also receive reinforcements, especially with the departure of Caetano and Raul Gustavo from the club's plans. Names such as Felix Torres, Cacá, Gustavo Henrique and João Pedro are being analyzed.

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Search for a Centeravante and Goleiro

O Corinthians considers the hiring of a centroavante, since Yuri Alberto has faced physical problems and Pedro Raul has not engorged. In addition, the goalkeeper position can be strengthened, depending on Carlos Miguel's performance after Cássio's departure. Matheus Donelli and Felipe Longo are the base's options.

Current Positioning

The lateral-right positions, with Fagner and Matheuzinho, and midfield, with Rodrigo Garro and Igor Coronado, are considered filled. New players for these functions will only be hired in case of an irresistible market opportunity.

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