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Fifa considers major football shake-up with new homegrown player rule

The Independent·Ap Correspondent·about 1 month ago
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Football's global governing body Fifa has initiated discussions regarding a groundbreaking proposal that would mandate all professional teams to feature at least one homegrown young player on the pitch throughout matches. The Fifa Council agreed on Tuesday to aim to develop a formal plan within the next year following extensive global consultation with stakeholders. This initiative seeks to enhance playing opportunities for young talents developed within clubs, which often prioritise acquiring and importing established players. Fifa stated its objective is "a regulatory obligation that senior club teams are obliged to always have at least one homegrown player from the Under-20 or Under-21 category on the field of play." Fifa is considering introducing a new homegrown player rule (Reuters) This potential rule represents a stricter approach than current regulations in both national and international club competitions, including the prestigious Champions League.…

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