A player for the Alvinegro Paulista has reached an incredible milestone of 50 goals wearing the Dutch national team’s jersey, matching the legendary Van Persie and solidifying his place in football history.
Memphis Depay scored twice in the Netherlands’ 8-0 victory against Malta on Tuesday (10th), achieving this significant record. Both Depay and Van Persie now share the title of top scorers with 50 goals for the Dutch national team. Corinthians’ passionate fanbase celebrated this remarkable achievement and proudly highlighted the fact that the European star now represents their team from Itaquera.
In a crucial Qualifiers match, the former Barcelona forward earned his 102nd cap with the Dutch side and played a pivotal role in his nation’s campaign to secure a spot in next year’s World Cup, which is set to take place in North America. Since joining the Alvinegro Paulista squad, his on-field performances have quickly won over the affection of the club’s supporters.
He joined the team from Itaquera midway through last year during a challenging phase, as the club found itself in the relegation zone of the Brasileirão Série A. The Dutch star became instrumental, delivering decisive goals that transformed the atmosphere within the squad. His contributions spearheaded a historic turnaround, culminating in nine straight victories in the national league competition.
This season, Memphis Depay has experienced some fluctuations in his performance at Corinthians. He has faced criticism from segments of the fans and media, especially following a poorly executed panenka penalty against Mirassol a few weeks back. Nevertheless, there’s no denying that the former Manchester United forward continues to play a critical role for the São Paulo-based team.
Currently 31 years old, his contract with the Alvinegro extends until June 2026, with the potential to earn a total of R$ 120 million, which includes potential bonuses tied to performance targets. Although he previously held the title of the highest-paid player in Brazil, he now ranks second behind Neymar, who earns slightly over R$ 4 million each month playing for Santos.
As per journalist Jorge Nicola, the Corinthians currently owes Depay R$ 4.7 million. This unpaid amount is related to a bonus for securing the Paulistão title, which is stipulated in a clause of the player’s contract, granting him extra rewards for winning trophies with the club.