A year ago, Memphis Depay was in Monaco, where he was preparing for a new challenge. Free since his departure from Atlético de Madrid, the Dutchman was waiting for the right project. Some clubs had struck at his door, like Seville FC, without succeeding in convincing him. In addition to the sporting aspect, the Depay clan was very financially demanding. The doors were closed one after the other. On the tile at the end of the transfer window, the native of Moordor finally said yes to the Corinthians. An unexpected collaboration that the Dutch footballer, who signed until December 31, 2026, explained during his presentation press conference last September.
XXL salary and advantages
“I crossed the world to play football in a country where you don't know much about competitiveness. For me, it's simple: I grew up in the Netherlands, I know competitiveness in Europe and I played for many clubs, I did competition. I am 30 years old and I wondered what to do to be happy, for any reason, I am here today. I think everything in my life has a goal. I think we have to recognize where authentic football comes from. Many stars around the world come from Brazil, we know great Brazilian players. It is the Mecca of football, the beautiful game is here. The children of Europe follow players here, even for their way of kissing life, because it is not just football. My raison d'être here is greater than football. ”
But it's not just the football that convinced it. The salary offered by the Brazilian stable, who relied on one of his sponsors, weighed in the scale. Last January, Globo Esporte revealed that the attacker receives an evolving salary in Brazil, with a base set at 11 M € per year during his first year there. Then his salary can climb up to € 13 million in his second year. Finally, it is expected that he receives € 19 million in maximum 2026. In addition to his emoluments and various bonuses linked to his performance (number of goals, number of matches, men of the match, won titles, editor's note), the Corinthians pampered the footballer who benefits from other advantages, whether for him or his relatives.
Memphis claims his due
The Brazilian media had also specified that Memphis Depay had assured his rear including a clause allowing him to touch 20% of the sum in the event of a transfer for a Brazilian club. If he ever joined a European team, he would pocket 50% of the amount of the sale according to Globo Esporte. Information to be taken into consideration since a departure from the Dutch international is not to be excluded today. Indeed, relations between the player and his club have refreshed. The reason? The Corinthians owe money to Memphis. Recently, UOL revealed that various premiums, linked to performance, were not paid to the former MU. The Brazilian media has also added that the Auriverde club, which is in the financially tough, must also pay the management fees that it owes to the staff accompanying the footballer. He would not be the only Corinthians player in this case.
But given the figures announced previously, we understand that these are large sums that are at stake. On May 15, Memphis claimed his due. But he did not receive a response from the club and was not paid. This Wednesday, (Lance!)((https://www.lance.com.br/corinthians/memphis-notifica-corinthians-por-divida-e-alerta-que-pode-nao-atuar-pelo-time.html) explains that he sent a message to the club in which he requests the settlement of this debt of around 900,000 euros. He informed the Corinthians that the maintenance of this debt could result in the interruption of his professional activities. Thus, he could stop training and playing for the São Paulo club. A club with which he had concluded an agreement for the payment of this premium, especially for the titles won. Except that it was the old direction. The new leaders say they are not aware of this deal.
He threatens not to play anymore
The situation is therefore more tense. On the set ofUOL News Sportthe columnist Walter Casagrande mentioned this file. “He (the club, editor's note) must pay. But Memphis has disinterested in Corinthians for a long time. It is clear on the field, especially after the match in the Paulista league. Outside, if he has the possibility of not playing, he will not play. Outside, when he plays, he does not touch the ball, he does not make the slightest effort. It's very clear. This debt is not new, isn't it? It is not as if the Corinthians owed him 900,000 euros yesterday and that he then decided not to come back. This debt already exists and it coincides with its disinterest in the field. ”
His colleague, Casão, believes that the player is right. “He is in his right. If you owe money, you have to pay. Corinthians owe money to many people, and they have to pay. But it was obvious that at one point, this problem with Memphis was going to arise because the one who had accepted his contract in this way was completely unconscious – it is absurd, completely disproportionate compared to everything that exists in the country. “ The astronomical salary and the advantages offered to the player weigh the Corinthians, who must compose with an unhappy star and ready to snap the door. Besides, Photomaç reveals that he took the temperature with Besiktas, he who also has in sight the 2026 World Cup. The Turkish media adds that the Corinthians could lower his expectations to the price of a transfer. What is certain is that Memphis Depay (31) will not give any gift to the Brazilian club.
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