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FIFA Bans Botafogo From Registering Players for Three Windows Over Unpaid Almada Fee

The penalty follows Atlanta United’s claim that $21 million remains unpaid from Thiago Almada’s 2024 transfer.

FIFA impone sanción a Botafogo después de incumplir pagos por el fichaje de Thiago Almada
La FIFA sancionó duramente al Botafogo.
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Overview

  • FIFA’s decision, posted on Dec. 31, bars Botafogo from registering new players for the next three transfer windows effective immediately.
  • Atlanta United alleges outstanding payments totaling $21 million from the 2024 deal for Almada, which included staged installments.
  • Botafogo said talks with Atlanta United were constructive, paused for the year-end recess, and will resume shortly to seek a resolution.
  • The club expressed confidence it can resolve the dispute in time to be very active in the January 2026 transfer market.
  • Coverage notes broader financial strain tied to owner John Textor’s Eagle Football Holdings, with related disputes involving Lyon drawing scrutiny of inter-club dealings.