Hyderabad FC, the winners of the 2021-22 Indian Super League (ISL) trophy, find themselves in a precarious situation as the 2023-24 season kicks off. The ISL club, placed in Group E of the Durand Cup along with Delhi FC, Tribhuvan Army FC and Chennaiyin FC, are set to play their first game on August 6, but the team is yet to travel to Guwahati.
The reason for the delay is the transfer ban imposed on HFC. The ban was imposed following a complaint from former player Nestor Gordillo, who represented the club during the 2019-2020 season. Gordillo alleged that he was owed unpaid wages and bonuses by HFC, and FIFA ruled in his favor.
The transfer ban means that HFC are unable to register any new players for the 2023-24 season. This is a major blow to the club, as they were hoping to strengthen their squad after winning the ISL title last season.
The ban is also a major inconvenience for the players who have already signed for HFC. These players, including Vignesh Dakshinamurthy, Makan Chothe and Jonathan Moya, are currently unable to play for the club.
HFC are hoping to find a solution to the transfer ban, but it is not clear when this will happen. In the meantime, the club is facing a difficult situation. They are unable to register new players, and they are also facing the possibility of further sanctions from FIFA.
The transfer ban is a major setback for HFC, and it could have a significant impact on their season. The club will need to find a solution to the ban as soon as possible, or they could face a serious challenge in defending their ISL title.
What Could Happen Next?
There are a few possible scenarios that could unfold in the coming weeks and months.
- HFC could reach a settlement with Gordillo, which would lift the transfer ban.
- HFC could appeal the decision., but this could take several months.
- HFC could be forced to play the 2023-24 season with a weakened squad.
It is still too early to say what will happen next, but the situation is certainly not ideal for HFC. The club will need to act quickly to find a solution to the transfer ban, or they could face a serious challenge in defending their ISL title.
Don’t forget to follow our Twitter page for more updates
+ There are no comments
Add yours