Corinthians is actively reshaping its team under President Augusto Melo’s direction, parting ways with key veterans.
Midfielder Paulinho will play his final game for Corinthians against Racing-URU tonight after negotiations to extend his contract beyond June fell through.
His departure follows that of goalkeeper Cássio, who recently joined Cruzeiro.
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With these exits, only two players, right-back Fagner and striker Romero, remain from the teams that won Brazilian titles in 2015 and 2017. The club had attempted to renew Cássio’s contract, but the terms did not align with his expectations, leading to his decision to leave.
Tonight’s match against Racing-URU isn’t just a farewell for Paulinho; it’s also crucial for Corinthians’ standings in Group F of the Copa Sudamericana, kicking off at 7 PM at the Neo Química Arena.
Obrigado, Paulinho! 🖤 ∞
O duelo desta terça-feira (28), pela CONMEBOL Sudamericana, será a partida de despedida do nosso volante, que tem uma linda história pelo Timão! 8️⃣🥹
Acompanhe como foi o último treino do nosso craque! 👊🏾
Boletim completo 👉🏽 https://t.co/6NoL15EtFz… pic.twitter.com/QBvE9CYUuF
— Corinthians (@Corinthians) May 27, 2024
As Corinthians moves forward, the focus shifts to bringing in new talent and fostering emerging leaders, stepping away from past figures. The club has dismissed the idea of re-signing Romarinho, choosing instead to invest in the future.
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Sambafoot Series launched a new documentary about the football legend Zagallo. Known as ‘Velho Lobo‘ and as superstitious as it gets, Zagallo helped shape what Brazilian football is nowadays — as a player and as a coach.
Binge the full series, available on Sambafoot’s Youtube channel.
