# Clarence Seedorf Joins Corinthians

> Former Netherlands midfielder Clarence Seedorf becomes Corinthians head coach after seven years.
- Title: Clarence Seedorf Joins Corinthians · BBC Sport | Shortify
- Summary: Former Netherlands midfielder Clarence Seedorf becomes Corinthians head coach after seven years. Clarence Seedorf, former Netherlands midfielder, is…
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- Source: BBC Sport — https://bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cw62y514kpgeo
- Published: 2026-10-12T07:42:53.841+00:00
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## Corinthians appoint Clarence Seedorf
Corinthians have appointed Clarence Seedorf as their head coach, with the former Netherlands midfielder taking on his first coaching role since 2019.
## Seedorf's contract and club status
The 50-year-old has joined on a contract until the end of 2027 with the club 16th in the Brazilian top flight, one place above the relegation zone with eight games left.
## Seedorf replaces Diniz
Seedorf succeeds former Brazil interim national coach Fernando Diniz, who was sacked by Corinthians last week after the club lost seven consecutive league games.
## Key takeaway

Clarence Seedorf, former Netherlands midfielder, is appointed Corinthians head coach with contract until 2027.