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Football for sale

Have you ever wondered how people go about buying a football club? Or what happens when a football club gets put up for sale? Our lawyers discuss how these deals are often put together, and lift the lid on some of the key issues that require careful navigation.

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Can FIFA regulate agents?

Can FIFA regulate agents?

What is the role of a football agent? We hear on the news about agents involved in transfer negotiations between clubs and players, but what exactly do they do and how do they operate in relation to FIFA, football's international governing body.

August 29, 2023
Major UK football reforms: How far will they go?

Major UK football reforms: How far will they go?

Have you ever wondered how people go about buying a football club? Or what happens when a football club gets put up for sale? Manchester United and Liverpool are up for sale, Chelsea changed hands last year, Newcastle, Southampton and Bournemouth not long before that. And why stop at one club, when you can have different clubs in different countries with a multi-club ownership model?

May 02, 2023
How to buy a football club

How to buy a football club

Have you ever wondered how people go about buying a football club? Or what happens when a football club gets put up for sale? Manchester United and Liverpool are up for sale, Chelsea changed hands last year, Newcastle, Southampton and Bournemouth not long before that. And why stop at one club, when you can have different clubs in different countries with a multi-club ownership model?

April 13, 2023