Pain in his left knee, however, prevented his early return. He must face the Rio club, but without the expected minutes.
Memphis’ biggest discomfort is the conviction that the current condition is a consequence of errors in physical planning since last season. In September, the player reported that he was worn out after returning from the FIFA date period with the Dutch national team.
Even so, he was a starter in the following game, against Athletico-PR, in the Copa do Brasil, but left the match in the opening minutes after feeling discomfort in his right thigh. The situation greatly irritated the athlete.
Two months later, in November, the striker suffered bone edema in his left knee during the game against São Paulo, in the Brasileirão. During the move, he initially felt a pinch in his thigh and ended up twisting his knee when braking his leg.
Memphis is very concerned that his recent injury history could compromise him. His main objective this season is to reach the World Cup at a high level.
Politics still irritates
Memphis Depay also remains uncomfortable with the political influence behind the scenes at Corinthians.
