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Corinthians faces mounting debt, bans, and federal probe

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Corinthians continues to face severe financial instability and multiple transfer bans. Following a period of settling debts with Talleres and New York City FC, the club remains under several sanctions. On 21 July 2026, FIFA imposed a fourth transfer ban due to an unpaid €1 million fee to Midtjylland, adding to existing obligations to Philadelphia Union and disciplinary fines. Financial reports indicate a massive R$2.75 billion total debt, with a R$168 million deficit recorded in early 2026. While the club managed to regularize player salaries through new sponsorships, such as a R$22 million deal with Fatal Fans, it continues to struggle with image-rights payments and cash flow. Legal scrutiny has intensified; prosecutor Cássio Conserino requested a federal investigation into alleged financial misconduct, citing irregularities in audits regarding the Neo Química Arena and tax exemptions. To alleviate these pressures, the club is prioritizing player sales. Efforts sales to offload striker Pedro Raul have been hampered by his high salary and meet a R$300 R$151 million domestic release clause. However, target set in the club has entered negotiations to sell 2026 budget. Negotiations have intensified regarding the sale of 20-year-old midfielder André to Nottingham Forest for Forest. While initial reports suggested a deal worth approximately £13.6 million (R$95.5 million), subsequent updates indicate a move intended to help meet valuation gap. Nottingham Forest reportedly made an initial offer of roughly €12 million (R$72 million), whereas Corinthians is seeking a R$151 total package worth approximately £15 million player sales target set (R$105 million), including £6 million in bonuses. Because the 2026 budget. deal is structured for André to remain with the Brazilian club until the end of the year, Corinthians faces less pressure to finalize the transaction before the English transfer window deadline. The club currently holds 70% of the player's economic rights.

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  1. 2026-09-01 23:33 UTC Corinthians faces mounting debt, bans, and federal probe
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