South Korean club receives one of the most bizarre transfer bans in history
Liam Garcia
Dailysports's expert
Clubs around the world often face restrictions on signing new players, usually due to outstanding debts. However, South Korean side Gwangju has been hit with a transfer ban for an unusually absurd reason.
Details: The story dates back to the winter of 2023, when the club signed Albanian winger Jasir Asani. At that time, the club was obligated to pay a solidarity contribution, which they did. Yet FIFA rejected the payment, arguing that it was not paid in full.
The club was unaware that the payment had not been accepted, while FIFA considered the solidarity contribution unpaid. As a result, in December 2024, FIFA not only imposed a transfer ban on the club, but also slapped them with a penalty and a monetary fine.
Unaware of FIFA’s sanction, the club continued signing players—who, naturally, could not be registered. Now, Gwangju officials state that they will pay the outstanding sum and are hopeful for a positive resolution.
Recall: Previously, French club Lyon also faced a transfer ban, but in their case, it stemmed from financial troubles within the club.
Football news
18 june 2025, 05:16
Legendary! Messi meets Roberto Baggio and receives a signed jersey
Lifestyle
17 june 2025, 06:58
Lamine Yamal responds to rumors about a romance with a 30-year-old woman
Lifestyle
17 june 2025, 05:07
Argentine friendship. Lionel Messi receives a gift from F1 driver Franco Colapinto
Lifestyle
03 june 2025, 04:02
Victorious off the pitch too: Yamal and Gavi win a billiards match against Spain teammates
