Memphis Depay considering contract termination with Corinthians over unpaid debt

Dutch international of Ghanaian descent Memphis Depay is currently considering contract termination with Brazil powerhouse Corinthians over unpaid debts.

Depay, 30, signed a two-year deal with Brazil powerhouse Corinthians in September 2024 after leaving Atletico Madrid, a move some saw as unexpected for a player of his calibre.

Establishing himself as a key cog at the club, Depay won his first prize with Corinthians in March after his outfit triumphed over arch-rivals Palmeiras to lift the Campeonato Paulista.

As reported earlier by GHANAsoccernet.com, the former Barcelona star formally notified Corinthians over the unpaid debt and threatened not to fulfil his professional obligations if the situation is not resolved.

However, the Brazil outfit allegedly ignored Depay’s initial request back in May under then President of the club, Augusto Melo.

As a sign of protest and dissatisfaction with the club's failure to settle his debt, the Dutch-Ghanaian star boycotted training back in July, sparking speculation about the future of the former Manchester United attacker at the club.

Amidst mounting financial troubles, Corinthians owe Depay around €1.7 million in bonuses and are also due to pay the second installment of his signing bonus of €1 million by September 15.

Whiles the Brazil powerhouse seeks to negotiate a payment delay, the Dutch-Ghanaian attacker is reportedly considering an early contract termination.

With Besiktas expressing interest in the attacker, Corinthians risk losing Depay as early as this autumn if the debt situation is not resolved.

With Memphis being a key player for the team, the club now faces growing pressure to resolve the issue quickly and avoid further turmoil.

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