#47 : Fraudster Targets Barcelona Posing as a 'Super Agent' - Agents Blamed for Too Many Games - FIFA Invites Open Dialogue in Wake of Diarra Ruling - 'No-Poach' Clauses Under Fire.

Examining the shocking revelation of an attempt to defraud FC Barcelona by a fraudster posing as a well-known 'Super Agent' relating to a transfer deal.

Meanwhile, a former Bayern Munich 'legend' and ECA chief is reported to blame agents for the growing number of games faced by players.

FIFA opens the doors to a 'global dialogue' on Article 17 of the Regulations post-Diarra ruling, and further examination of how this ruling could impact football’s global transfer system.

Plus, a look at the controversial “no-poaching” clauses and their effect on player contracts. Tune in for critical insights and updates affecting agents, clubs, and the wider football world.

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SHOW RUNNING ORDER :

(00:08) - Episode Introduction & Show Overview. >

(01:06) - Nothing New from The ECJ, But Diarra Analysis Continues. >

(02:39) - Fraudster Poses as Zahavi in an Attempt to Defraud FC Barcelona. >

(06:53) - Addressing Transfer & Agent Related Scams. >

(08:19) - FIFA's Response to Diarra Ruling & An Invitation for Open Dialogue on RSTP Art.17 >

(11:36) - Not Long for People (INCLUDING AGENTS) to Accept FIFAs Invitation of Open Dialogue >

(14:04) - The Global 'Transfer System' vs The Global 'Transfer Market'. >

(15:56) - No-Poaching Clauses and Player Contracts. >

(21:39) - The Covid-19 Pandemic Triggered Exceptional Circumstances. >

(23:08) - 'Poaching' Disputes How Will FIFA and the Football Authorities Handle the Problem? >

(26:18) - Former Bayern Munich & ECA Chief Blames Agents for Too Many Games. >

(31:11) - Nothing New: But Realisation for Some That FFAR 'Cap' Could Create Problems and More 'Super-Agents'. >

(32:16) - Closing Comments - Events, Conferences, Announcements. >

(33:50) - Disclaimer >

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RELATED LINKS :

Football Regulatory Global Discussion Forum

FIFA’s strategic objective to further improve the transfer system (Goal 2) - Implement transfer system reform and address other governance-related matters

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Nordic Sports Law Conference 2024

World Football Summit : Asia

Soccerex (Miami)

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