Antônio Oliveira sobre Carlos Miguel: "Here only plays who wants to be in the Corinthians"

The technician of Corinthians, Antônio Oliveira, expressed his dissatisfaction with the situation involving goalkeeper Carlos Miguel, who is about to transfer to Nottingham Forest, England. Carlos Miguel chose not to travel with the team to Curitiba, where the Corinthians I would face Atlético-PR, claiming leg pain.

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In an interview with the ge portal, after the arrival of Corinthians to the Arena League, Oliveira made clear what he expects from players in terms of commitment and loyalty to the club. "Here in Corinthians Plays everyone who wants to be here, who is faithful. I don't know if Carlos Miguel is in or out. There's only people here who want to be in Corinthians. From this point of view, Carlos is not with us today," said the coach.

In addition to addressing Carlos Miguel's absence, Antonio Oliveira commented on the current climate in the club, which faces a complicated phase in the delegating zone. "Obviously no one ignores the atmosphere surrounding the club, we will do what we develop over time. Focus on what's important and what I can control. We are in a situation in which we did not want to be (in the debasement zone), it is worrying, but it is not desperate," Oliveira added, highlighting the need for focus and control in the face of adversities.

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The statement of the Portuguese coach reflects the tension within the Corinthians, both in the sports field and in the political sphere. With the imminent departure of Carlos Miguel and the struggle to leave the delegating zone, the club needs the union and total commitment of its athletes.

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