Untraditional Clauses 3: The Friends Visit Clause
When Barcelona signed Neymar from Santos in 2013, the Spanish club wanted to ensure he wouldn't feel lonely or homesick for his native Brazil, so he could always be in…
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Untraditional clauses 2: The anti-Arsenal clause
In 2015, Liverpool signed Roberto Firmino from Hoffenheim. But when the Brazilian joined, the club included an interesting, and perhaps slightly provocative, clause in his contract: a €98 million release…
Untraditional clauses: The armored car
In January 2020, Japanese legend Keisuke Honda — one of many players who performed better for his national team than for his club teams — signed with Brazilian club Botafogo…
Ex-Premier League star in cocaine trafficking scandal
Former Wigan defender Ronnie Stam has been accused of trafficking two tons of cocaine worth a total of 57 million euros in the Netherlands. If found guilty, the former Premier…
The Untold Story of Sam Allardyce’s Blackburn Magic
Sam Allardyce, affectionately known as "Big Sam," was a coaching legend in the Premier League, especially beloved during his time at Blackburn Rovers. His popularity stemmed not just from his…
Abandoned at two: An Arsenal ex-star’s secret struggle
Imagine being two years old, left in an orphanage, and growing up without parents. That was Lucas Perez's reality. Raised by his paternal grandparents, he carved a path through professional…
The footballer approved by Pablo Escobar
Faustino Asprilla often described his life as a beautiful dream, and it’s easy to see why. Whether dazzling on the football pitch or embracing the nightlife of northern Italy, Tyneside,…
Santiago Giménez: From heart problems to football star
In recent years, European football has witnessed the rise of several exceptional young strikers who continue to find the back of the net and attract massive transfer fees from the…
Football stars who retired in 2024
The football world said goodbye to several legendary players in 2024. These stars left a lasting mark on the game, winning numerous trophies and delivering unforgettable moments. Joël Matip Joël…
Botafogo’s fairytale: From second tier to glory
On December 30th, a packed Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires witnessed the rewriting of South American football history. In the heart of Argentina, in a relentless battle in front of…