In episode 56 of The Agents Angle, we explore the latest developments shaping the football agency world. Are restrictive transfer clauses becoming more common? We examine Barcelona’s reported ‘Anti-Saudi’ (SPL) clause and CSKA Sofia’s introduction of mandatory community responsibility clauses for players. Our special guest, Mikkel Beck—former Danis…

The battle over football agent regulations heats up as FIFA’s authority faces fresh scrutiny at the European Court of Justice (ECJ). In this episode of The Agents Angle, we break down the key arguments from the FFAR hearings with special guest @Gianluca Medina, who offers an objective perspective on how these legal challenges could reshape football…

In episode 54 of 'The Agents Angle', we tackle key topics that shape the world of football agency. From the complexities of release clauses—both a blessing and a curse for agents—to their crucial role in player naturalisation and national team eligibility. We explore headline cases like Luis Suárez's infamous £40m + £1 bid and a problematic release…

In this additional installment of 'The Agents Angle' (episode 53) there is an in-depth look at FIFA’s Annual Football Agents Report for 2023/24. From a reported 20% drop in agent commissions to the numbers behind agent licensing and suspensions, we unpack the evolving global landscape for football agents. Discover key insights into FIFA’s agent exa…

Join us for Episode 52 of 'The Agents Angle' as we dive into the latest developments shaping football agency in 2025. We discuss FIFA’s revised Football Agent Regulations (FFAR) and the controversies surrounding their announcement and implementation, including abrupt updates, ongoing confusion, and unanswered questions about the FIFA Football Agent…

In this packed year-end episode of 'The Agents Angle', we examine the key challenges and developments shaping the world of football agents. From another high-profile Premier League agent dispute to the Football Association's (England) rollout of Digital IDs for licensed agents, we explore how new technologies and evolving regulations aim to tackle …

In this unmissable episode of 'The Agents Angle', we delve deep into the transformative role of analytics in football with the CEO of Analytics FC. From the ground-breaking data used in Kevin De Bruyne's record-breaking contract negotiations to the surprising ways agents now leverage analytics. @Jeremy Steele reveals how data and analytics is helpi…

In episode 49 of 'The Agents Angle' podcast, we delve further into reports of an agent’s dispute with Manchester United over unpaid fees, uncovering a complex web of agent involvement behind just one player's time at the club. Could this case reveal more about the hidden layers of many football transactions? We also discuss recent reports from the …

Digging into the latest developments in the world of football agency with topics that spark debate and reveal surprising shifts in industry regulations. In episode 48, we begin by exploring FIFA’s latest Continuing Professional Development (CPD) updates, with new topics and bonus credits creating unexpected opportunities for legacy agents. We also …

Examining the shocking revelation of an attempt to defraud FC Barcelona by a fraudster posing as a well-known 'Super Agent' relating to a transfer deal. Meanwhile, a former Bayern Munich 'legend' and ECA chief is reported to blame agents for the growing number of games faced by players. FIFA opens the doors to a 'global dialogue' on Article 17 of t…

In this episode of The Agents Angle, we explore a whirlwind of recent developments affecting football agents. Over 1,000 FIFA-licensed football agents appear to have been suspended, sparking questions about their future and any support that may be available to them. Joining us is the legendary football agent Barry Silkman, who brings over 30 years …

In this special episode of 'The Agents Angle' ⁠ the focus is firmly on the recent ruling from just 4 days ago at the ECJ (European Court of Justice) in the case of former French international footballer Lassana Diarra* vs FIFA*. With the case being of Belgian origin, the show is joined by Willem Alexander-Devlies (of Altius and ATFIELD Sports Law),…

'The Agents Angle' explores a player’s right to back out of a transfer, agent conflicts making headlines, and the rise of long-term contracts. The show also dissects the latest FIFA Football Tribunal Report, as the suspension of the FIFA Agents Chamber generates growing confusion over agent disputes at FIFA, whilst a Premier League club’s attempt t…

'The Agent's Angle RETURNS! ..... with a Season 2 premiere featuring a dive into some big stories, including an agent suing a Premier League club and the dramatic year for a star player and his agent. We also explore evolving trends in the transfer market, featuring 'buy-back' clauses, 'sell-ons', more complex loans and the increasing value of youn…

The season finale of 'The Agents Angle' features the second part of our interview with a former FIFA official who played a crucial part in trying to sculpt a fair and workable infrastructure for the FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations); covering aspects such as the agents platform and FIFA agents exam. Plus, we examine the surprise of not only ag…

Much of the focus on the FIFA Football Agent Regulations (FFAR) has rightly been from the perspective of football agents, however, what has been the experience of many of those within FIFA tasked with developing the FFAR? In this episode of The Agent's Angle, we are privileged to be joined by Tarik Ajanovic, a former FIFA official from the Agents D…

What can be expected from fast-approaching 'transfer windows' and will the football transfer market see records broken yet again? As well as looking at the trends envisaged by some, 'The Agents Angle' is joined by Chris Atkins of TMJ, the agent of Bay FC's record signing in the NWSL, Racheal Kundananji. We learn from Chris's insights on that deal, …

The case of the agent for one of the 'hottest' players in this summer '24 transfer window is fined and suspended for breaches of the intermediary (agent) regulations from more than 4 years ago - along with a club, and club officials also being sanctioned. More problems for FIFA, with another ruling against the FFAR in Argentina and reports of the 3…

'The Agents Angle' is joined by Football Finance 'guru' and co-host of the 'Price of Football' podcast Kieran Maguire, with his expert insights, thoughts, and observations on the football agent world from a finance perspective - as well as how new football finance matters affect agents. As many football seasons around the world come to a close, and…

Could the football world be on the brink of another change that is comparable to the 'Bosman' ruling of 1995? FIFA regulations face another challenge that impacts the football agent industry and could even spell the end of the 'transfer system' (and RSTP) as we know it ....... and it isn't 'FFAR' this time. Whilst a football agent is cleared by a c…

The football agent world remains largely confused on the current state of agent regulations. Yet one country that does offer some stability is France, but with that stability also comes strict laws and regulations for all agents operating in the French football market. 'The Agents Angle' is joined by Jean-Baptiste Ginies to highlight many aspects o…

A shocking admission on 'The Agents Angle' this week, which acknowledges the possibility of 'some' logic and 'method in the madness' of FIFA with the FFAR and the cap on agent commissions. Could the increasing US influence on the world of football also be reflected in a changing mindset & approach from FIFA, not least the move of FIFA's agent and l…

This week on 'The Agents Angle' there is a look at the subject of football agent education and professional development - from the phase of preparing for the FIFA Football Agents exam through to fine-tuning the agent skill set for a very competitive industry. The show welcomes UEFA Academy Programme Manager Stephane Ehrhart, who takes us through th…

***UNSCHEDULED EPISODE & EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW *** Following a week where a FIFA appeal over an injunction blocking the introduction of new football agent regulations was rejected by a court in Germany, 'The Agents Angle' presents an unscheduled bonus episode on the injunction and FIFAs failed appeal over the FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations). B…

'The Agents Angle' is joined in this episode by someone considered by many to be one of football's current 'super-agents', and one of the most prominent voices in the football agent world, Rafaela Pimenta. As well as being the agent for superstar players such as Erling Haaland (of Manchester City) and Henrikh Mkhitaryan (of Inter Milan), Rafaela ta…

The aspect of Player Care has evolved rapidly in football in recent times, and should be recognised as an important factor for any conscientious football agent, club and player. Yet, what role do agents have in the provision of player care, and do agents really appreciate and understand the value of player care and the role of player liaison profes…

Following the recent closure of the (January) 'transfer window' in many parts of the world, a quieter 'window' than normal for many agents, 'The Agents Angle' examines - is it a case of clubs being more cautious due to various factors impacting on finances? And could it see a shift towards a more American, if not 'Feast or Famine' approach by clubs…

With the introduction of the new football agent license by FIFA (as part of FFAR), there are reports of players 'sacking' their agents, or 'walking away' and/or 'dissolving' existing representation agreements and contracts. Agents are rumoured to be circling one Manchester United star of the future, and another former United player 'sacking' family…

Mexican football has a huge following with the excitement of Liga MX and Liga MX Femenil, but what is the landscape like for football agents operating in Mexico? 'The Agents Angle' is joined by FIFA Licensed Football Agent and Sports Lawyer María García Cornejo Alvarez to share her knowledge and experiences from the Mexican Football World. There is…

"In this world, nothing is certain, apart from death and taxes", and the core subject for this episode is something that neither superstar players such as Cristiano Ronaldo nor football agents are immune from ........ tax !!!!. We are joined by football tax specialist Peter Fairchild, to look at the tax landscape for football agents operating in th…

Just when agents and others in the football worldthought it was safe to think there was some certainty on FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations) at least for the new transfer window, FIFA delivered a circular that has sent the football agent world into yet more confusion and bewilderment. Yet whilst FIFA Circular #1873 has prematurely prompted cele…

As a busy year (2023) in the agent's world draws to a close, the last week has been more frenetic than ever with key meetings held and huge decisions reached on the FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations), or further clarification given on past rulings. This episode of 'The Agents Angle' examines whether there could be signs of FIFA relenting and th…

With the next transfer window opening in approximately 2 weeks for many, what can be expected and how did agents rate the best and worst signings of the last window, only to be branded as 'muppets' by a pundit? Whilst one of the worlds highest profile football agents (Rafaela Pimenta) demonstrates a masterclass in how to transfer speculation and ru…

The long awaited episode on the rapid emergence of Saudi Arabia and the Saudi Pro League (SPL) as footballs new 'superpower', but why is the lauded new frontier seemingly so secretive on business and football agent matters? On this episode the shows guest is Gad Cohen, a leading agent from the Saudi Frontier who managed the transfer of Croatian sta…

'The Agents Angle' can only start in one place this week, with that of the momentous ruling in England over the new FIFA Football Agent Regulations (FFAR) with the FIFA 'cap' on football agent commissions defeated once again; following a similar path to Germany and Spain. The ruling is a relief for many, but what was the reason for an apparent dela…

Whilst the EU are reported by some media outlets to have supported FIFA and their plans with the FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations), 'The Agents Angle' examines why this is misleading - the implications of the reported actions of some at the European Commission have led to such actions being branded as 'cowardly'. On the topic of the European C…

'Football Leaks' starting in 2015 exposed many questionable activities linked to the football agent world, however, the recent 'Cyprus Confidential' investigation has started to generate similar accusations with clubs, players, managers and AGENTS implicated. The investigation has led to former UEFA Champions League & English Premier League champio…

With many in the football agent world shouting "Viva Espana", this week on 'The Agents Angle' we look briefly at an injunction, this time in Spain, that impacts on FIFA's implementation of the FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations). Whilst some in the media describe it as a 'minor' victory in Spain, when considered in combination with the likes of …

In this episode of 'The Agents Angle' we examine the influence that agencies and agents potentially have on two of the biggest competitions in world football : the UEFA Champions League (UCL) and the English Premier League (EPL); and how this could be impacted in the future with increased scrutiny under new football agent regulations of agent relat…

Episode 16 of 'The Agents Angle' takes a look at threats of legal action by an agent/agency to an English Premier League club (Everton) in a dispute over unpaid agent commissions on an international transfer. Is it a valid claim, or another case of miscommunication and misunderstanding? The causes, implications and outcomes are worth considering, a…

BONUS Supplement to Episode 15 ** THIS IS NOT A NORMAL EPISODE OF 'THE AGENT'S ANGLE' ** This bonus episode of the Agent's Angle features the full interview with special guest and Senior Sports Writer for ⁠The Athletic⁠, ⁠Matt Slater⁠ (from Episode 15) - who brings his insights on the football agent world and a different perspective on football age…

On this week's episode of 'The Agents Angle' we talk about how a dispute between an agent and a player started with a disagreement over a transfer to an English Premier League club and has now 'snowballed' into a wider dispute and a ban for the agent involved. We also look at a report from Germany where a club has reportedly taken steps to avoid yo…

This week 'The Agents Angle' is able to bring a long-awaited interview with one of the key figures in the challenges to FIFA with the new football agent regulations (FFAR). Paddy Dominguez, President of PROFAA (The Professional Football Agents Association), has, since 2018 tried to get FIFA to acknowledge the problems with FFAR, and he gives 'The A…

Episode 13 ('unlucky for some') marks the week after the new FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations) were scheduled to come 'fully into force'. We are joined by a former FIFA regulator who now works in private practice advising many top clubs, players, agents and leagues on a breadth of regulatory matters. Paolo Lombardi brings with him a unique per…

What a week ........... indeed, what a week it has proven to be for football agents (old and new), the football world, as well as here on 'The Agents Angle'. This week has seen numerous changes in the football agent space that has likely left everyone 'in a spin'. In the space of a week we have seen the announcement of resits offered to 'some' of t…

In a week when the final FIFA Football Agent's Exam has taken place all around the world, before the scheduled implementation of the new FFAR (FIFA Football Agents Regulations) due to take place in full on the 1st October 2023, "The Agent's Angle" takes a look at how the exam went for candidates and Football Associations around the globe. Interview…

A media release from FIFA in recent weeks has sent the football agents world into yet another state of flux over the new FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations), so 'The Agents Angle' this week looks at what FIFA has said and whether an exemption applies for German agents as well as those connected to German football with regards to agent regulation…

As the summer transfer windows draw to a close, 'The Agent's Angle' looks back at the window and examines where agents have been both productive, and also possibly left frustrated. This is in addition to the uncertainty and adjustments that not just agents, but also CLUBS have had to make in this window when considering the impact of the new agent …

This week 'The Agent's Angle' looks at the topic of players, coaches/managers, sporting directors, and other football professionals looking to work for clubs abroad; and what agents should know in trying to help them and their clubs (employers) in ensuring they meet the necessary work permit and visa requirements to work legitimately and legally. A…

At a time when football agents operate in a more competitive industry than ever and allegedly find themselves 'under attack' from various quarters with regulation and legislation, 'The Agents Angle' asks the question of why more than 10,000 applicants have registered for the second sitting of the new FIFA 'Football Agent's Exam', in addition to 100…