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Historically, the governance of Corinthians has been marred by a stream of financial misdeeds and incompetence, with every new administration leaving a heavier debt burden for its successor. Such historical patterns have created a toxic environment where short-term gains are prioritized over long-term sustainability. Even as current leadership continues to engage in high-stakes sponsorship agreements, bets on players like Memphis Depay are viewed primarily through a lens of publicity rather than sound financial practice.