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Memphis Depay Takes Pay Cut to Remain at Corinthians

Memphis Depay has agreed to a pay cut to extend his contract with Corinthians, following recent criticisms of the club's conduct.

19 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Memphis Depay has decided to take a pay cut in order to stay with Corinthians, as reported by BBC Sport. The former striker for Manchester United waived a reported fee of nearly £3 million.

This decision comes just days after Depay publicly accused Corinthians of 'unacceptable behaviour' regarding the negotiation of a contract extension. His complaints indicated dissatisfaction with how the club was handling his contract situation.

According to multiple reports, this pay cut signifies a resolution to the tensions between the player and the club. Depay has reportedly extended his contract with Corinthians for an additional two years.

The issue arose from disagreements over contract terms, leading to a period of public dispute. Depay's remarks about the club's conduct highlighted the challenges in their negotiations.

By agreeing to this new arrangement, it appears both Depay and Corinthians aim to move forward from the disputes of the past few days. This decision appears to terminate the ongoing uncertainty regarding his future at the club.

Prior to joining Corinthians, Depay had also played for notable teams including Barcelona, adding to his experience and profile in international football. His commitment to stay may influence future dynamics within the team.

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