Clarence Seedorf is back in management, with the former Netherlands and AC Milan star appointed Corinthians head coach in a bid to rescue the Brazilian giants from relegation trouble.The 50-year-old has signed a contract running until the end of 2027, taking charge with Corinthians sitting 16th in the Brazilian top flight, just one place above the relegation zone with eight matches remaining.##LINKED_NEWS_785##Seedorf replaces Fernando Diniz, who was dismissed last week after Corinthians suffered seven consecutive league defeats. The Dutchman faces an immediate challenge to halt that slide and steer the club away from danger.His appointment marks his first coaching role since leaving the Cameroon national team more than seven years ago. Previous spells at AC Milan, Shenzhen FC and Deportivo La Coruna brought limited success, leaving Seedorf with plenty to prove as he returns to the touchline.“Taking on this challenge is an honour, but also a huge responsibility. I am here to give my all and build a team that fights for every ball, every minute, every victory,” Seedorf said.##LINKED_NEWS_49282##He inherits a squad featuring former Manchester United players Memphis Depay and Jesse Lingard, with the task of turning Corinthians’ fortunes around before the season reaches its decisive stage.Seedorf retired in 2014 after a glittering playing career that brought four Champions League titles — two with AC Milan, one with Real Madrid and one with Ajax. He remains the only player to have won Europe’s premier club competition with three different teams.19.45: (2.50) Lens (3.45) Sporting (2.75) Now, one of football’s most decorated midfielders faces a very different challenge: proving he can deliver from the dugout and keep Corinthians in Brazil’s top division.
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