Dengue epidemic shook the Corinthians delegation on a trip to Argentina

Corinthians' trip to Argentina to face Argentinos Juniors in the Copa Sudamericana is marked by notable absences and a turbulent political atmosphere surrounding the club.

Football director Rubens Gomes, better known as Rubão, is out of the delegation due to a recent diagnosis of dengue fever, adding another layer of challenge to a period already troubled by the internal political crisis.

_{Rubão during the Corinthians game (Photo: reproduction/Danilo Fernandes/meutimao)}

Director may be fired

Rubão had already been absent in the match against Bragantino, where Corinthians were defeated 1-0. Now, his stay in Brazil is necessary not only for his recovery, but also to take care of his wife, who was also infected by the disease . This situation highlights the fragility of the club's management team at a crucial moment of the season.

Internal crisis

Behind the scenes at the club, speculation about Rubão's possible dismissal from his position as director is gaining strength, with president Augusto Melo hinting at imminent changes. The distance between Rubão and the president, combined with public conflicts with other influential figures at Corinthians, such as the president of the Deliberative Council, Romeu Tuma Jr., fuels this political turmoil.

In addition to internal disputes, this crisis has immediate repercussions on the club's sports management. While the board deals with divisions and political maneuvers for the future, the team faces a challenge on Argentine soil, not only in search of sporting success, but also institutional stability in a time of uncertainty.

The situation at Corinthians is complex, with different interests at stake and an uncertain political horizon. While the players prepare for the clash against Argentinos Juniors, fans and observers of Brazilian football follow not only the performance on the field, but also the developments of the clashes in the club's corridors.

Featured Photo: Corinthians players entering the field (Reproduction/Alexandre Schneider/GettyimagesEmbed)