Real Valladolid Accuse Manchester City of Encouraging Teen Defender to Break Contract
The Spanish club alleges that Manchester City and the player's agent advised 18-year-old Juma Bah to unilaterally terminate his contract, prompting legal and disciplinary action.
- Real Valladolid claims Manchester City encouraged Juma Bah to terminate his contract to facilitate a transfer to the Premier League club.
- The 18-year-old Sierra Leonean defender reportedly deposited his release clause with the Spanish Football Federation after informing Valladolid of his intent to leave.
- Bah did not attend training on Wednesday, further escalating tensions between the player and the La Liga side.
- Valladolid has initiated disciplinary measures and is exploring legal actions to protect its interests against what it describes as City’s interference.
- Manchester City has declined to comment, while Valladolid expressed disappointment, citing their role in giving Bah his professional opportunity.