HomeNPFL News

Transfer Ban: Rivers United To Engage FIFA For Amicable Resolution

Transfer Ban: Rivers United To Engage FIFA For Amicable Resolution

Rivers United FC will enagage with FIFA for amicable resolution after the club was hit with a transfer ban for three windows by the world soccer ruling body owing to issues surrounding one of their former players, Samuel Akurugu.

“We are in possession of the said letter from FIFA and every effort is being made to resolve all issues surrounding the development and we are very hopeful that we will come to an amicable settlement,” reads a statement from the club.

”We are in touch with the player and all signs point to a quick concurrence in a couple of days as regards settling some pending entitlements.

“Fortunately, Point 8 of the relevant decision of FIFA established that the “aforementioned ban will be lifted immediately and prior to its complete serving, once the due amount, plus interest is paid.”

“The management of Rivers United FC is exploring all avenues to bring the matter to a full and final agreement that would be of mutual benefit.

“We are confident that working with FIFA, this matter will be dealt with and that lessons have been learned going forward.

“We assure our teeming fans to remain calm, as we are certain that this situation will be sorted out quickly and the club cleared to register new players before the next transfer window open.”


Copyright © 2024 Completesports.com All rights reserved. The information contained in Completesports.com may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without the prior written authority of Completesports.com.

COMMENTS

WORDPRESS: 0
Update cookies preferences