December 26, 2024

Corinthians are scouring the markets in Brazil and abroad for a 9 shirt and looking for options beyond Cavani | Corinthians

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Corinthians are scouring the markets in Brazil and abroad for a 9 shirt and looking for options beyond Cavani |  Corinthians

In recent weeks, chief CorinthiansDuilio Monteiro Alves and other football directors at the club repeated the joke. When someone asks for a striker position for 2022, they are asking if the caller can’t help pointing out potential targets.

The joke is still wrong, but it also highlights the scenario Corinthians found in their search for reinforcements. The club was struggling to find the number 9 shirt of the required level and in accessible conditions.

The management of Alvinegra realizes Uruguayan Cavani is a difficult dream, and therefore is searching markets in Brazil and abroad in search of alternatives.

For this, the hat holders turned to the services of Cifut (Center for Football Intelligence). The division has had little impact on recent appointments, as Timão has sought out famous names that do not require deeper analysis, as has been the case with Paulinho, Willian and Renato Augusto.

Corinthians president Duilio Montero Alves and directors Alessandro Nunes and Roberto de Andrade watch training at CT – Photo: Rodrigo Coca/A Corinthians

However, the intelligence center should have a greater role in this transition period. Two of the division’s five analysts continue to work during this period when part of the club is on vacation. They are posting daily with Director of Football, Alessandro Nunes, and Director Roberto de Andrade.

Weekly, Cifut provides reports for managers, with athletes seeking profile fit. When a name grabs attention, a more in-depth analysis of the athlete is drawn up. This also happens with players recommended by managers and please.

On vacation with his family on the north coast of São Paulo, coach Sylvinho takes part in this long-distance search. He is in frequent contact with the leadership of Corinth, and all decisions pass through his scrutiny.

Corinthians have not given up hiring Cavani yet, but have continued with cautious rhetoric to avoid creating expectations among the masses. According to the Argentine channel “TyC”, the Uruguayan has the right to defend Barcelona starting next year. Remember that the striker’s contract with Manchester United is only valid until mid-2022.

In addition to turning the attack, Timon wants to strengthen the team with a defender.

So far, the only boost Corinthians have announced for next season is defensive midfielder Paulinho, an idol who has returned to the club after eight and a half years.

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