O Corinthians, under the management of Augusto Melo, faces a delicate financial situation, but seeks to strengthen itself in the next transfer window in July. During talks with organized fans, the president promised the arrival of four starting players. However, the mission will not be easy, as demonstrated by the recent loss of negotiation with Walace, who preferred the Cruise.
Financial Crisis
O Corinthians accumulates a debt of R$ 2.1 billion and faces to-dos with players and clubs. The delay in paying a portion for the purchase of the defender Félix Torres took the Santos Laguna threatening to take the case to Fifa, which could result in a transfer ban to the club. In addition, players have been without image rights for two months, and portfolio wages have also been delayed.
Search for Investments
To finance the reinforcements, Augusto Melo is consulting investors and financial companies in search of contributions. The board also hopes to raise about R$ 40 million with the sale of players, including Murillo (Nottingham Forest) and Felipe Augusto (Cercle Brugge). The club also works to close a new master sponsorship and negotiate the broadcasting rights of the Brazilian Championship from 2025 to 2029.
Challenges in Hire
The financial crisis and the negative news, such as the consequences of termination with VaideBet's betting house, complicate the attraction of new players. In addition, the bad phase of the team in the field, occupying the 18th position in the Brazilian Championship and fighting the lowering, does not help. Coach António Oliveira is under pressure and can be fired if he does not win the Athletico- PR this Sunday.
Reinforcement Plans
Despite the difficulties, the Corinthians Get a goalie, a second wheel and two attackers. Among the names considered are the goalkeeper Santos, the half Lucas Evangelista and the Uruguayan tip Facundo Pellistri. At the beginning of the year, the club committed about R$ 130 million in reinforcements, but the team continues to present instability in the field.
Internal Expectations
Despite Augusto Melo's optimistic speech, there is pessimism within the club about the arrival of new hirings. The previous management, by Duilio Monteiro Alves, had already faced instability problems, with four different technicians in 2023, and the current scenario is no longer promising.
