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Zenit have not confirmed that Corinthians have agreed to loan Alberto
Yuri Alberto and Wendel / Photo: © RIA Novosti / Alexander Galperin
Zenit CEO Alexander Medvedev commented on the information that the Brazilian Corinthians had agreed to rent Petrograd forward Yuri Alberto until the summer of 2023.
– Is it true that Corinthians agreed with Zenit on a one-year lease for Yuri Alberto? No, this is not true, – quotes the words of Medvedev “Championship”.
Earlier it was reported that Alberto could use the permission of the International Football Federation (FIFA) and suspend the contract with the Russian club.
Alberto has been playing for Zenit since January 2022, his contract is valid until June 30, 2027. The forward played 15 matches for the Blue-White-Blues, scoring 8 goals and making 4 assists. He became the champion of Russia as part of the St. Petersburg club.
Source: Sportbox
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