Vortex in Spain!
According to information from the renowned Spanish sports newspaper “Marca”, the world football association Fifa is investigating player trafficking in minors. In total, more than 50 cases are said to have been discovered. There is a risk of harsh sanctions.
What’s behind it?
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As “Marca” reported on Tuesday evening, it is about player transfers of minors from Africa, Asia and South America – especially to football academies in Catalonia.
The young people come to Spain and receive a one-year football scholarship. In the cases that are currently the subject of ongoing investigations, the residence permit in Spain is said to have been illegally extended after the scholarship had expired.
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According to “Marca”, FIFA speaks of a “large-scale structure” and it is “by no means an isolated case”. According to the report, FIFA has asked the suspected football academies for explanations.
One of the players affected is said to be Lucas Alves. The Brazilian moved from the Marcet football school to Espanyol Barcelona’s A youth team in the summer. The club was informed by FIFA about the young player’s potentially illegal stay in Catalonia.
If the world association takes tough action, the academies affected face severe sanctions – from fines to a two-year transfer ban.
Fifa imposed a similar shopping ban on FC Barcelona ten years ago. The Catalans violated the transfer regulations for minors in ten cases between 2009 and 2013. The Catalans also had to pay a fine of 370,000 euros.
Is the club also affected by the current investigation?
No, writes “Marca”, Barça is a club “that has nothing to do with what is currently happening.”
The children who are affected by these practices.
Sure, I’d be happy to help you. Here’s an interview with two guests about the information provided in the article:
Guest 1: Miguel Rebollo, a lawyer specializing in sports law and player contracts.
Guest 2: Genesis Medina, a human rights activist who works with organizations that support migrant children and their families.
Interview Section 1: Overview of the FIFA Investigation
Editor: Hello and thank you for joining me today. I want to discuss the recent FIFA investigation into player trafficking in minors. Could you please provide an overview of the situation?
Miguel: Of course. According to FIFA, there are more than 50 cases of player trafficking involving minors from Africa, Asia and South America coming to Spain under a one-year football scholarship. The investigation is focused on the extension of their residence permits after the scholarship expired, which is believed to be illegal.
Genesis: Yes, it’s a concerning issue. These young people are often vulnerable and come to Spain hoping for a better future. Many of them are separated from their families and could be at risk of exploitation.
Interview Section 2: Impact on Football Academies
Editor: What impact could this investigation have on football academies in Spain?
Miguel: If FIFA finds the allegations to be true, the academies could face severe sanctions, including fines or even a two-year transfer ban. This could have a significant financial impact and damage their reputation.
Genesis: It’s important that these academies are held accountable and not exploiting children. However, we also need to ensure that these children are protected and given the support they need.
Interview Section 3: Role of FIFA
Editor: How should FIFA handle situations like this?
Miguel: FIFA has a responsibility to protect the well-being of young players and enforce their regulations. They should investigate thoroughly and take appropriate action to ensure that this type of trafficking doesn’t happen again.
Genesis: Agree, but they also need to work closely with organizations like mine to ensure that the children’s best interests are being met. We need to make sure that they’re not only focusing on punishing the adults involved but also supporting
