The court of justice of the European Union's decision in Fifa v the player 'BZ' could have consequences for the way the transfer market operates with the case sparking questions about how Fifa will adjust its rules going forward. The court…
The European Union's top court has said that FIFA football player transfer rules go against EU law. It comes after France football international Lassana Diara challenged the rules, claiming they impeded him finding a new club, after his…
The European Court of Justice has ruled that FIFA's transfer system is in breach of EU law, with the world players' union anticipating a 'profound' change in the landscape of football
The EU’s top court said on Friday some international football rules regarding the transfers of players are contrary to the bloc’s laws, in a landmark decision that could shake up the system. The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU…
Europe's top court has ruled that certain FIFA transfer rules break current laws in place within the EU. The legal case against soccer's governing body was brought forth by former Chelsea and Real Madrid midfielder Lassana Diarra. The…
The European Court of Justice concludes that some of FIFA's transfer rules break European Union laws involving the freedom of movement of working professionals.
The ruling could have far-reaching implications for the transfer market, allowing players to leave their club without fear of being legally trapped afterwards.
Pep Guardiola was in a combative mood when he faced the media before Manchester City's home game with Fulham in the Premier League - reacting angrily to updates from FIFA regarding the Club World Cup.
A long-running case involving former Arsenal and Chelsea star Lassana Diarra made it all the way to the European Court of Justice, where a ruling could have profound implications