FLAMENGO AND TITE: THE DILEMMA OF COURAGE AND THE REFUSAL THAT SHAKES THE CLUBE PAULISTA "

In the world of Corinthians, one topic has dominated the conversation: Tite's decision not to take command of the club. Within the black and white association, an idea gained strength: the renowned coach's lack of "courage" in accepting the challenge of returning to the team he had already led to great achievements. According to Samir Carvalho, sources linked to Corinthians do not hesitate to draw parallels between Tite's refusal and the episode involving Vítor Pereira, who chose to sign with Flamengo believing that the chances of success were greater. Tite, according to this view, would have followed a similar path as he feared not living up to the fans' expectations and thus tarnishing his respectable history at the club.

The feeling that Tite was "afraid" of compromising his reputation and legacy at Corinthians has been the subject of heated discussion behind the scenes at the club. While many fans regret not hiring the coach, others understand his hesitation, arguing that the pressure and high expectations could become a burden for him. Tite's record at Corinthians is undeniably brilliant. He led the team to win the Copa Libertadores and the Club World Cup in 2012, in addition to winning several national titles. His departure in 2016 was marked by great commotion, which increased expectations for his return.

Corinthians' current context, however, is challenging. The club is experiencing financial difficulties, performance on the field has not been consistent and the pressure from the fans is intense. In this scenario, Tite's task would be arduous, and his reputation was at stake. Hiring a renowned coach like Tite could have been a significant boost for Corinthians, but it would also increase the pressure for immediate results. The fear of not being able to repeat past achievements may have been a determining factor in his decision.

Tite's defenders argue that his refusal is due, in part, to the desire to preserve his image at Corinthians. After all, the coach is widely admired and respected by the fans, and a possible failure could undermine this special relationship. On the other hand, some critics see Tite's attitude as a sign of a lack of confidence in his own abilities. For them, the "courage" that the coach lacks could be the necessary ingredient to revitalize Corinthians and take them back to the top of Brazilian football.

Regardless of the differing opinions, the non-signing of Tite reveals a recurring dilemma in the world of football: the delicate relationship between the desire to succeed and the fear of failure. In the case of Corinthians, this question remains open, as the club searches for a new commander to lead the team towards new glories. Thus, the debate surrounding Tite's "courage" will continue to echo in the club's corridors and among fans, as Corinthians continues to search for a solution to its current and future challenges. What is clear is that, regardless of Tite's decision, the Corinthians fans' passion and commitment to their team will remain unshakable.