Memphis Depay Could Leave Corinthians as European Teams Watch

Memphis Depay, the Netherlands’ top scorer, might leave Corinthians. Three European clubs are interested in him. The Dutch player is considering a move after problems with his current team.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Depay joined Corinthians in September 2024 after leaving Atlético Madrid. He quickly became important, helping them win the Campeonato Paulista in March 2025. But things got tense between Depay and the club. Corinthians owe him about €1.7 million in unpaid bonuses, with another €1 million due soon. Depay stopped training in July to protest, raising questions about his future. Several European teams, including Besiktas, want him. Depay is ready to leave if the problems continue.

DEPAY’S IMPACT IN 2025

Depay has been crucial this year, with 33 goal contributions for club and country. He is the Netherlands’ all-time top scorer with 46 goals in 98 games. At Corinthians, he scored crucial goals and provided assists in key matches. Fans love his play, but off-field issues are causing trouble. The club’s financial problems may force him to leave Brazil early.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR DEPAY AND CORINTHIANS?

Corinthians are in financial trouble and their squad is uncertain. They are in the middle of the Brazilian Série A table, trying to reach the top six. They are four points behind Athletico Paranaense and three ahead of Bahia. Their next game is against Fluminense, a big match for reaching continental competitions. Depay’s future is unclear, but if he leaves, Corinthians need quick fixes. He could join a new team before European transfer windows close and keep playing at a high level.