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❌ FIFA Imposes Strict Transfer Ban
FIFA has imposed a transfer ban on Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) club Fakirerpool Young Men’s Club, citing breach of contractual and financial obligations.
The decision bars the Dhaka-based club from registering new players, both domestic and international, for the upcoming transfer window.
🔎 Reason Behind the Ban
FIFA’s Dispute Resolution Chamber found Fakirerpool guilty of:
Unpaid dues to a foreign player from a previous season
Failure to comply with FIFA’s ordered settlement within the stipulated time
Violation of Article 15 of FIFA’s Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players
📊 Impact on Fakirerpool
| Category | Status |
|---|---|
| 🔄 Transfer Window | No new signings until ban lifted |
| 👥 Squad Depth | Must rely on existing registered players |
| 💰 Financial Penalty | Ordered to pay pending wages + late fees |
| ⏳ Ban Duration | Until full payment is cleared & confirmed |
🗣️ What Officials Said
A BFF (Bangladesh Football Federation) spokesperson confirmed:
“The club has been officially notified. Fakirerpool must settle their outstanding dues to appeal for lifting the ban.”
The club management has yet to release an official statement, but sources suggest negotiations with the concerned player’s representatives are underway.
⚠️ What This Means for BPL 2025
Fakirerpool’s squad depth will be severely tested in the coming season.
The club’s fight for survival in the BPL could become much tougher without reinforcements.
This incident puts a spotlight on financial mismanagement issues in Bangladeshi football.
🧾 Editor’s Take
Fakirerpool’s transfer ban is a wake-up call for clubs in the BPL. With FIFA tightening its grip on financial accountability, Bangladeshi clubs must now professionalize their contract handling or risk similar punishments.
Football isn’t just won on the pitch—administration matters too.
