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RFEF files its objections against Barcelona duo’s registrations with the Higher Sports Council

RFEF files its objections against Barcelona duo’s registrations with the Higher Sports Council
RFEF files its objections against Barcelona duo’s registrations with the Higher Sports Council

The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has submitted its response to the Higher Sports Council (CSD) regarding the controversial re-registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Victor as FC Barcelona players, according to Mundo Deportivo.

It must be noted that on 8 January, hours before the Super Cup semi-final, the CSD issued a precautionary measure allowing the registration of both players.

This decision overturned a previous ruling from 3 January, where LaLiga and the RFEF had jointly rejected the registration of Olmo and Victor. The players were officially re-registered on 9 January.

Following Barcelona’s appeal, the CSD granted the two organisations until April to present their formal arguments.

It is said that Barcelona had submitted a detailed 52-page document, supported by over 60 additional documents, on 7 January to contest the decision.

This triggered a three-month period for the CSD to review and make a final resolution, which is expected by 7 April.

The RFEF is ready to strike back

RFEF have launched their side of the appeal. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)
RFEF have launched their side of the appeal. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

The RFEF has now formally defended its original stance, asserting that the players’ re-registration was unjustified and should not have been approved.

The federation maintains that its earlier decision was appropriate and lawful. Attention now turns to LaLiga, which has yet to present its response.

La Liga’s involvement goes beyond just preparing its arguments for the CSD. The league is reportedly awaiting the outcome of a precautionary measure it requested from the Administrative Litigation Court to nullify the registration of Olmo and Victor.

The ongoing dispute highlights the complexities surrounding player registration rules and the regulatory landscape of Spanish football.

With multiple bodies involved and legal measures in play, it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold.

The outcome of this case could set a precedent for future registration challenges and clarify the boundaries of authority between LaLiga, the RFEF, and the Higher Sports Council.