The 19th edition of the Football Legal Journal is out!

On 30 November 2023, Football Legal # 19 (2023/2) was published. Welcome to this new edition, a beacon for those navigating the intricate legalities of football law and governance. This edition, rich in content (277 pages) and expertise, is particularly special as it features a groundbreaking Special Report that delves into the complex world of club-to-club player transfers ("Navigating Specific Clauses in Club-to-Club Player Transfers").

Breach of Contract: SFT 4A_300/2023, FECAFOOT v. Antonio Conceição Da Silva Oliveira

The Swiss Federal Tribunal (SFT) rejected the appeal in civil matters against an award issued on 7 June 2023 by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), which ruled on the rejection of an appeal against a decision of the FIFA Football Tribunal. Ultimately, the SFT did not find the Appellant’s argument to be valid grounds to set aside CAS award. FECAFOOT has now been definitively ordered to pay its former national coach Antonio Conceição Da Silva Oliveira a total sum of more than EUR 1.6 million.

Spanish Judges Grant Injunction for FIFA Football Agents Regulations in Spain

On 6 November 2023, the Commercial Court no. 3 of Madrid approved an injunction request made by a group of Spanish agents representatives regarding the applicability of the FIFA Football Agents Regulations (FFAR) by the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), particularly regarding the cap on the agents' fees. Accordingly, the FFAR will not be applicable in the case of Spanish-licensed footballers unless the Court of Justice of the European Union approves rules in favor of FIFA.

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Football Legal # 19

Special Report: Navigating Specific Clauses in Club-to-Club Player Transfers

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The 19^th edition of the Football Legal Journal offers an in-depth exploration into the complexities of football law, with a special emphasis on player transfer contracts. This edition is anchored by a comprehensive Special Report titled "Navigating Specific Clauses in Club-to-Club Player Transfers". Authored by renowned football law experts, this report meticulously examines crucial clauses in player transfer contracts, such as sell-on, buy-out, buy-back, and loan agreements with mandatory purchase or sale options. It provides both detailed legal analysis and practical drafting guidance, making it an invaluable resource for legal practitioners in football.

In addition to the Special Report, this edition features articles by distinguished authors on recent developments in football law and governance. These contributions cover decisions from major international bodies like the Swiss Federal Tribunal, CAS, FIFA, UEFA, and AFC, as well as various national perspectives. This blend of global and local insights makes the 19^th edition of Football Legal a crucial resource for professionals engaged in the legal aspects of football, particularly in the dynamic area of player transfers.

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