Memphis vows action after Corinthians cancel contract extension

Memphis Depay has promised to defend his interests after Corinthians announced that a planned two-year contract extension could not proceed. According to Voetbal International, the Brazilian club cited its financial situation when confirming the deal was off on Tuesday.

The decision leaves Memphis available on a free transfer. He had appeared set to remain with Corinthians, where he has played since September 2024, but responded angrily to the development in posts on his social media accounts.

As reported by Voetbal International, Memphis said the extension had been explicitly agreed with the club president and Corinthians’ sporting, legal and financial departments. He accused unspecified individuals of breaking that agreement and said he had respected the club throughout the process. He described himself as “very disappointed” by the decision.

Memphis added that he had not wanted the situation to develop in this way but now felt compelled to react strongly to protect his position. He said he would address the matter publicly in the coming days and made clear that he intends to take action over what he called “unacceptable” conduct. No details of his next steps or a possible new club were given in the report.