GYM trio back for Corinthians v Palmeiras? Dorival plays it safe | OneFootball

The match against Athletico-PR this Wednesday, in the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil, marked the return of Memphis Depay to Corinthians. Recovered from injury, the Dutchman came on in the second half and reignited the hopes of the alvinegra fans to see the GYM trio back together in the team’s next match.

With midfielder Rodrigo Garro available and Memphis returning, only the comeback of striker Yuri Alberto remains for the trio to be reunited. The number 9 is currently recovering from inguinal hernia surgery.

Dorival was asked if Yuri could be included in the squad for the derby against Palmeiras, the alvinegro team’s next challenge this season. The coach dodged the question and took a cautious tone. He also lamented the recurring injuries that have weakened the Corinthians squad.

“We have to be careful with everyone. We are monitoring the workload, sometimes even pushing the limits due to our needs. We’ll wait for possible returns; if we can have them, they’ll be important. We must be careful not to have new absences, especially in this upcoming stretch. Our squad is small, we have difficulties, and the problems have been increasing. Every week we have injuries, which takes away our ability to have everyone available,” he said.

The initial timeline for Yuri Alberto’s return to the pitch was four to eight weeks. It’s worth noting that he has not yet started ball activities at the Dr. Joaquim Grava training center.

Memphis, on the other hand, surprised everyone with his recovery. The Dutchman’s return was expected at the start of September, but the number 10 managed to come back ahead of schedule. Meanwhile, Garro has complained again of knee pain and has been rested by Dorival when possible.

The Corinthians coach has three days of preparation to decide whether the GYM trio will be available for the Derby, which is scheduled for Sunday. The clash, valid for the 22nd round of the Brazilian Championship, will be played at Neo Química Arena, starting at 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time).

Timão comes into the match on the back of two consecutive wins this season. The derby will mark the rivals’ reunion less than a month after their clash in the Copa do Brasil round of 16, which was won by the club from Parque São Jorge.

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