Corinthians deputy director Eduardo Ferreira is expecting Alexandre Pato’s loan move to Chelsea to be resolved during this week, but has indicated that the club might look to extend his contract before they allow the striker to leave for England.
The Brazil international’s future has been a topic of speculation for months and there are suggestions that his long desire to return to Europe is close to becoming a reality, as Chelsea are reportedly in talks with the player’s representatives.
It has been suggested that Pato has already left for England to undergo a medical with Chelsea ahead of his loan move to Stamford Bridge and the clubs are in talks to finalise the terms of the agreement.
The Corinthians deputy director explained that high level talks are on regarding Pato’s move to Chelsea and he expects the deal to be finalised sometime between today and tomorrow.
Ferreira was quoted as saying by Globo Esporte: “Pato is solving his situation with Chelsea.
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“Roberto de Andrade [Corinthians president] is dealing with some things with Gilmar Veloz [the striker’s representative].
“Between Wednesday and Thursday, all the clauses must be finalised.”
The Corinthians official also revealed that they are looking to extend the contract of the player before he moves to England, and while he cannot actually talk about the details of the deal, he is expecting a resolution on the issue by tomorrow.
“There is a chance [of renewing his contract], but we still cannot guarantee the time and the terms of the new deal.
“From what I have heard from Roberto, it will be resolved on Thursday.”
