The Corinthians are in a state of crisis, with a severe financial situation that has made it difficult for them to pay the transfer fee for Fábio Carille, a former coach who is currently at Al-Fayha in Saudi Arabia. Carille has a contract with the club until mid-2027 and has expressed a willingness to return to Corinthians, but the negotiations are complicated by the financial constraints. The club is also considering Juan Pablo Vojvoda, a former coach who is currently without a club, as a potential replacement for Diniz.

The Corinthians have been trying to secure a new coach, but their efforts have been met with rejection. Ramón Díaz, Luis Zubeldía, and Sylvinho have all turned down offers from the club, with Zubeldía rejecting the club's approach even before being formally contacted. The club is now focusing on Carille and Vojvoda, but the negotiations are proving to be difficult.

The Corinthians will face Palmeiras this weekend with William Batista as interim manager, assisted by Leo Porto, who has remained with the club despite Diniz's departure. The team is under pressure to win, having lost seven consecutive matches, and will be looking to bounce back against their rivals.