Augusto Melo highlighted that his management has dedicated itself to professionalizing the club and undoing agreements that were not advantageous, which generated discontent in some sectors
The president of , , classified the impeachment request that will be analyzed by the Deliberative Council as an attempted coup against his administration. According to him, his management has dedicated itself to professionalizing the club and undoing agreements that were not advantageous, which generated discontent in some sectors. The recommendation of the Guidance Council (Cori) for Melo’s removal was promptly contested by him.
The president argued that the suggestion lacks foundation and is retaliation for his refusal to give in to pressure to fire CEO Fred Luz and the football executive. Melo also refuted allegations of a lack of transparency, stating that his management is the clearest in Corinthians’ history. Melo highlighted that the club faces a legal blockade of approximately R$50 million, but highlighted that it is becoming a good payer.
He identified internal politics as the biggest challenge of his administration and believes that the professionalization of Corinthians creates discomfort in some groups. Furthermore, the president confirmed that the coach will continue in charge of the team until 2025, praising his performance. He also made comments about the coach’s passing, explaining that Corinthians did not have the financial conditions to support his work adequately.
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Published by Matheus Oliveira
