English Football Association has dragged FIFA to court following their refusal to reduce the punishment slammed on it for its role in Chelsea’s transfer ban with the case set to be heard next month.
An updated list of hearings shows that The Court of Arbitration for Sport [CAS] will consider the FA’s complaint on 26 June.
In February 2019, Fifa found Chelsea guilty of a serious and systemic breach of the rules regarding their dealings with overseas players under the age of 18.
Chelsea were banned from the transfer market for two windows, although the club immediately said they would appeal and their ban and fine was reduced following an appeal to the highest court in sport.Skip in 5
The FA was also found to have breached rules in connection with minors and was fined, although this punishment was also reduced on appeal.
Fifa also gave the FA six months “to address the situation concerning the international transfer and first registration of minors in football.”
The FA said that it would appeal the punishment.
with the look of things, their next appeal could further see a reduction in the fine.
The publication reported that FIFA gave the FA a period of six months to ensure they fix the situation concerning the international transfer and first registration of minors in football.”
Due to the outbreak of coronavirus, the FA stated it was planning to respond to the ruling through video-conferencing or written submissions.
Also, the football body has continued to work with the club to ensure they address the issues raised in the process
Since they were able to get their restriction lifted, Chelsea have completed the signing of Hakim Ziyech from Ajax in a €40 million deal.
They are also in the race to sign Borussia Dortmund forward Jadon Sancho and Manchester United winger Angel Gomes.
Anaedoonline.com earlier reported that Angel Gomes is going to leave Man United after the club refused to agree a £30,000-per-week new deal.
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