The payment comes after a ruling from the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which mandated that Corinthians settle the debt within 45 days of notification. This ruling highlighted the club’s ongoing struggles with financial management and compliance with FIFA regulations.

In addition to the payment to Shakhtar, Corinthians is also addressing other financial obligations. The club is owed approximately R$ 2.4 million from a deal involving Pedrinho in 2021. Furthermore, Corinthians is set to receive around 130,000 euros in August through FIFA’s solidarity mechanism.

CAS had previously found Corinthians in breach of article 12 of FIFA’s Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players, which has contributed to the club’s financial challenges. To lift a FIFA registration ban, Corinthians recently paid Santos Laguna R$ 41.6 million for Félix Torres, demonstrating the club’s efforts to resolve its outstanding debts.

Moreover, Corinthians has settled an estimated R$ 41 million debt to Matías Rojas in two installments, indicating a proactive approach to managing its financial obligations. However, the club still faces open cases, including approximately R$ 8 million owed to Philadelphia Union for José Martínez and R$ 6.26 million to Midtjylland for Charles.

As Corinthians navigates these financial challenges, observers are closely watching how the club will manage its remaining debts and whether it can stabilize its financial situation moving forward. The club’s recent payments may signal a commitment to resolving outstanding issues, but the path ahead remains complex.

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