In June 2023, several sports agencies challenged the most contentious aspects of the English National Football Agent Regulations (NFAR). The English Football Association (The FA), anticipating the arbitration outcome, delayed implementing the NFAR until the verdict. On 30 November 2023, following the arbitration proceedings, The FA announced that certain parts of the FIFA Football Agents Regulations (FFAR) were in conflict with British Law. The award was finally published on 14 December 2023 (attached to this article). Analysis of this crucial award.
The FA Rule K arbitration award has just been published on 14 December 2023 following the proceedings by several football agencies to challenge the NFAR implementation in England. This article examines the Tribunal's verdict on The FA's dominant position in the English football agent market and its subsequent regulatory measures, including fee caps and pro rata payment rules. Highlighting the Tribunal's conclusion that The FA, as an emanation of the clubs, holds a dominant market position, the analysis delves into the...
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