Yeah and if ever there has been a more blatant example of strange decision making by FIFA (don't want to insinuate corruption - heaven forbid) at club rather than international level, we will never see one. Why the month-long window? A 6-year-old child could predict any significant planned transfers will now be brought forward with payment of fees staggered over lengthier periods. And if Real or Atletico fancy snapping up anyone else once the "ban" comes into effect, get the player concerned to sign a pre-contract agreement.
Of course, both clubs are entitled to appeal the "ban" to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, and until the matter is listed for hearing after the usual stalling tactics they will probably be given leave to make signings as normal!
I could go on but my point is, even the youngest contributor to this site will see how pathetic this so-called "ban" is. So why does the highest authority in the game make such decisions?! Utterly bizarre.
Last edited by Mr Ruddock; 15/01/16 11:48 AM.
