17 minutes agoHe died in a car crash. But FIFA forced Cardiff to pay for Sala's transfer.
Periskopi(7 years ago)
(7 years ago)Cardiff City has been ordered by FIFA to pay 6m euros for the attacker of Nantes Emiliano Sala, who had cost him 15, but who had tragic luck. FIFA decided that Cardiff, although he did not enjoy the Argentina services, had to pay the amount “that corresponded to the first set of payment” under the transfer agreement. [...]
FIFA decided that Cardiff, although he did not enjoy the Argentina services, had to pay the amount “that corresponded to the first set of payment” under the transfer agreement.
Sala, who was 28 years old, died in a flying accident in January of this year, traveling from France to join the new club, writes BBC, translates Periscope.
Cardiff is asking for clarity whether 5.3 million is the total amount they have to pay, or just the first payment among other payments.
A club statement said “Cardiff City FC acknowledges today's decision regarding the transfer of Emiliano Salas. ”
Cardiff and Nantes have 10 days to appeal the verdict. /Periscope
