Memphis Depay Joins Corinthians on Two-Year Deal

Memphis Depay, the Dutch striker, has signed a two-and-a-half-year contract with Brazilian club Corinthians after leaving Atletico Madrid as a free agent. His contract, reportedly valued at 70 million Brazilian reais (approximately $12.5 million), marks him as the highest-paid player in Brazil. Depay is set to be introduced to fans at the Neo Quimica Arena and is expected to play a crucial role in helping Corinthians avoid relegation, as the club currently sits 17th in the league. Despite being left out of the Netherlands national team for upcoming Nations League matches, coach Ronald Koeman has indicated that Depay's performance in Brazil could lead to a call-up if he maintains his fitness. The forward, who has scored 46 goals in 98 appearances for the national team, aims to revitalize his career in a new league. Depay previously played for notable clubs such as PSV Eindhoven, Manchester United, Lyon, and Barcelona.