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The European Court of Justice has ruled that certain FIFA transfer regulations breach EU law, following a landmark case brought by former footballer Lassana Diarra.   This ruling could reshape football’s transfer system as we know it, challenging the current rules on contract termination and compensation.   This might lead to a “Bosman 2.0” scenario, impacting the movement of players and the power dynamics within clubs. ⚖️⚽   The potential for greater freedom of movement for players could revolutionize how contracts and transfers are managed.   Do you think this will benefit the footballing world and those around it?   William James Recruitment   #FIFA #Football #TransferMarket #EUlaw #PlayerRights #SportsLaw #LassanaDiarra #BosmanRuling  

The January football transfer window is in full swing, but international transfers can be tricky, with challenges such as delays and disputes between clubs. FIFA’s updated regulations, effective from January 2025, are shaking up the process. Find out how FIFA’s new rules on the International Transfer Certificate (ITC) aim to streamline the process and prevent transfer delays. ⚽️ Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/eqVqfFWA David Winnie #FootballTransfers #SportsLaw #InternationalTransfers #GilsonGray

The FIFA Clearing House was established to facilitate transparency, efficiency, and fairness in international football transfers, aiming to streamline the complex process of player transactions between clubs. To regulate its operations, the 2022 rules were enacted, introducing a new framework for the Clearing House. However, the implementation of these rules has been marred by numerous issues, causing frustration and financial losses for clubs. A revised set of rules came into effect in January 2025. Unfortunately, the reformed rules have done little to alleviate the problems plaguing the system. This article addresses the intricacies of the FIFA Clearing House, examining its newly revised rules and highlighting the shortcomings that persist. #Sportnlaw #Sportslaw #FIFA #FCH #FCHR #Law

Today, the European Court of Justice will deliver a verdict on the case involving French footballer Lassana Diarra. Diarra’s legal battle challenges FIFA’s transfer regulations, arguing that they unfairly restrict players’ freedom to move between clubs. This case draws parallels to the landmark Bosman ruling of 1995, which revolutionized player transfers in Europe. If the court sides with Diarra, it could lead to significant changes in how football transfers are managed, potentially shifting the balance of power towards players and altering the landscape of professional football. #Football #PlayerRights #TransferMarket #FIFA #DiarraCase #LassanaDiarra #ECJ #SportsLaw #GameChanger

Sports law# CAS confirms that fifa is the regulatory authority to regulate activities of football agents in the transfer system.

⚽ 👩⚖️ Following the CJEU’s ruling on the legality of FIFA’s international player transfer rules, Ariel Kaminsky, Abrahim Warraich, Sînziana Ianc and I consider the Court’s findings and the potential impact this decision could have on the football transfers landscape. Spoiler alert: it might not necessarily lead to the Bosman-esque revolution that many have speculated... 👩⚖️⚽ Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eDqi5MxK #SportsLaw #SportingLinks #Linklaters Linklaters

FIFA’s agent regulation has caused quite a stir among stakeholders, and was challenged in several major football nations, such as Germany and Spain. FIFA reacted with a circular suspending the challenged parts of the regulation. Partner Dr. Sven Wassmer has analysed and contextualised the decision on our blog: https://lnkd.in/dB8nUASJ #sportslaw #fifaagent #transfermarket #feecap #competitionlaw

🚨New Publication Alert! 🚨 We are thrilled to announce the release of a pivotal article by esteemed experts Robby Houben, Oliver Budzinski and Melchior Wathelet, now featured on the front page of Football Legal! 📰⚽️ Titled "The Transfer System in Football: Diarra and What’s Next," this article delves into the recent and upcoming EU Court of Justice rulings and their profound implications for FIFA's transfer system. The authors also outline a potential alternative to the current FIFA transfer system. This is a must-read for anyone involved in the world of football. Dive into the full article here: www.football-legal.com #FootballLaw #SportsLaw #LegalUpdate #GameChanger

30 years ago, the Bosman ruling forced FIFA to change the player transfer system in Europe. Now, the CJEU has made a decision of potentially similar significance in the matter of Lass Diarra. Our partner, Sven Wassmer, explains the decision and its importance on our blog.   👉 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dFRz5MSE #SportsLaw #EUlaw #FIFATransferSystem #playertransfer #football

Extremely interesting ruling of the European Court of Justice (CJEU) today! In the case, C-650/22 (Diarra vs. FIFA), the CJEU held that the current FIFA rules are contrary to European Union (EU) law. Currently, FIFA's Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP) stipulate that a player who terminates a contract before its term without just cause is liable to pay compensation to the club, and where the player joins a new club, they will be joint and severally liable for the payment of compensation. According to CJEU, these rules are impeding the free movement of players and are designed to be anti-competitive. Now, it is even more interesting to see how said ruling will influence the entire football market and the transfer system as we know it today! #sportslawyer #footballlaw