The South African Football Association (SAFA) has introduced a significant rule change that is set to benefit local clubs in disputes involving foreign players.
According to the new regulation, local clubs will no longer require a clearance certificate to sign foreign players who have been released by their previous clubs. This change is expected to reduce the bureaucracy and conflict that often arises in player clearances.
The rule change is a welcome development for local clubs, who often struggle to resolve disputes with foreign clubs over player clearances. The new regulation provides clarity and consistency in the handling of foreign player disputes, which should help to reduce conflicts between clubs.
"We are pleased to introduce this rule change, which will make it easier for local clubs to sign foreign players," said SAFA CEO, Tebogo Motlanthe. "This change will reduce the bureaucracy and conflict that often arises in player clearances, and will ultimately benefit the development of football in South Africa."
The rule change is set to come into effect immediately, and is expected to have a positive impact on local clubs. With the new regulation in place, local clubs will be able to sign foreign players more easily, without the need for a clearance certificate.