Aug 12 (Reuters) - Netherlands international ⁠Memphis Depay said on Tuesday that Brazilian club Corinthians ⁠had breached an agreement by opting not to extend ‌his contract.

The former Manchester United and Barcelona forward joined Corinthians on a two-year contract in 2024, winning the Copa do Brasil in 2025 and the Supercopa ​do Brasil this year. He made 79 ⁠appearances and scored 20 goals ⁠in all competitions.

"This renewal was explicitly agreed upon by the president ⁠as ‌well as the sporting, legal and financial department. Some people decided however to breach this engagement," Depay wrote ⁠on social media.

"I didn't want this situation and ​always respected the ‌club throughout the process, but now I am forced ⁠to react strongly ​in order to preserve my interests.

"In the upcoming days I will speak publicly but rest assured that I will not leave this ⁠unacceptable behaviour unsanctioned."

Corinthians did not immediately respond ​to an emailed request for comment.

The Sao Paulo-based club, who are seventh in Brazil's Serie A, said earlier that the decision not ⁠to extend the 32-year-old's contract was due to finances.

"It became clear that taking on a new commitment of this magnitude would not be compatible with the financial balance we need to preserve ​to ensure the institution's sustainability," they added.

"We ⁠recognise that this was a difficult decision, but it was undoubtedly ​necessary for the future of Corinthians."

The club ‌added that their president, Osmar Stabile, ​would hold a press conference to address the decision.

(Reporting by Aadi Nair in Bengaluru; Editing by Peter Rutherford)