"Re-signed just seven days after being released" — Is this real? Evicted Memphis Depay told, "We'll cut your salary by 5.5 billion won, so please accept it"... Dramatic 'reunion' with Corinthians

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Netherlands national team striker Memphis Depay (32) will return to Corinthians (Brazil) after agreeing to a salary reduction just one week after his release.

The British "The Sun" reported on the 18th (Korea time) that Depay has signed a new contract with Corinthians until 2028.

Depay attracted high expectations when he left Dutch club PSV Eindhoven in 2015 to join England's Premier League side Manchester United. However, failing to adapt to the rough English scene, he was forced to move to Olympique Lyon after just a year and a half. After reviving as an ace at Lyon, he played for Spanish giants Barcelona and Atletico Madrid before making a surprising move to South America by joining Brazilian club Corinthians in 2024.

The media reported, "With his decision to accept a salary cut and renew his contract after roaming Europe's top leagues, this could become the final destination for Depay's playing career at Corinthians."

Over the past two years, Depay made 79 appearances for Corinthians, recording 20 goals and 15 assists. Although he led the team to victories in the 2025 Brazilian Cup and the 2026 Super Cup, the club suddenly withdrew its offer to extend his contract last week. In response, Depay strongly criticized the club and left as a free agent (FA).

The conflict between both sides was resolved within a week after Depay significantly lowered his financial demands. Osvaldo Stabile, Corinthians' president, met directly with Depay to narrow their differences. President Stabile stated, "Depay showed his will to stay and drastically reduced his requested amount in line with the club's financial situation."

According to the British BBC, Depay's new contract totals 19.1 million pounds (approximately 36.4 billion won) over two years. The media reported that "Depay agreed to waive 2.9 million pounds (approximately 5.5 billion won) out of the 10.6 million pounds (approximately 20.2 billion won) still owed by the club," and added, "The remaining 7.6 million pounds (approximately 14.4 billion won) will be paid in four installments starting from January next year."

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