Botafogo ended up surprised by the speed of the São Paulo onslaught behind the scenes. While the Rio team was organizing the internal transition of its leaders, Corinthians presented the proposal.
Bruno Spindel underwent a rigorous analysis of the compliance sector before moving forward with the business. This unprecedented procedure in Corinthians routine served to shield management and guarantee a technical and professional profile. Although it began as an alternative plan, Spindel’s name gained strength due to his financial experience.
Other names were also on Timão’s radar. Paulo Pelaipe was approached, but chose Grêmio for financial and family reasons. Former Corinthians Paulinho, now an executive at Mirassol, also appeared on Stabile’s initial list.
Marcos Braz, who did not appear among the first targets, came to be considered in recent days after market movements and approaches between the director and people linked to Corinthians. However, conversations progressed with his former Flamengo teammate.
Corinthians is in a hurry to resolve issues
The new executive takes office with the urgent mission of resolving contractual issues in just eight days. The contracts of Romero, Angileri and Talles Magno are at an end and require a quick definition of the new manager. So far, the definitive purchase of Maycon has been the only transaction completed successfully.
