In the wake of the recent decision against Real Club Celta de Vigo (Celta)’s football player, Santi Mina, questions have arisen regarding the potential actions Celta can undertake to sever ties with the player as well as the protections Mr Mina has against such actions. It must be stated that, although Mr Mina’s case is the most recent one, it is not the only case that has created employment conflicts due to the conviction of a crime in the history of football around the world; it is a good example of how these cases work in the...

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