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FIGC Approves Youth-Focused Rule Overhauling Labor-Cost Indicator for Serie A From 2026

The reform incentivizes clubs by excluding eligible Under-23 expenses from the calculation used to restrict transfer activity.

Overview

  • The Consiglio Federale adopted the change within the Manuale delle Licenze Nazionali, aligning with the FIGC’s 2024 sustainability strategy.
  • Starting in the summer 2026 window, the Costo del Lavoro Allargato threshold that triggers Serie A market restrictions will drop from 0.8 to 0.7.
  • Costs and amortization for Under-23 players selectable for Italy will be removed from the indicator’s numerator, easing compliance for clubs that promote youth.
  • FIGC president Gabriele Gravina said a similar mechanism is being considered for Serie B and Serie C with a focus on Under-21 players.
  • Gravina ruled out postponing the 30th Serie A matchday due to a congested calendar and expressed confidence that Italy will qualify for the World Cup.