The Dutchman has successfully avoided a suspension.
This is great news for Corinthians fans.
Details: Memphis Depay, the 32-year-old forward for Corinthians and the Netherlands national team, will not face suspension after using his mobile phone following his substitution in the match against Flamengo, according to Vi.NL.
Reports suggest that the court favored Depay, as his lawyer clarified that he used his phone to update the Dutch national team doctors about an injury. This action did not disrupt the match’s outcome or flow.
In the end, the court chose not to suspend Depay, instead imposing a fine of 9,000 euros.
This season, he has played in 12 matches for Corinthians, scoring once and providing one assist.
Reminder: Memphis Depay faced the risk of a lengthy suspension for using his phone during a game.