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Agent Sofia uses a representation agreement template stating: 'When the client is transferred or registered with a club, the parties will agree upon the service fee amount and the payment form.' Sofia signs minor player Mateo, who turns 18 within four months. Which of the following statements are correct?

Accepted Answer

The representation agreement must include a clear service fee clause so the player and family understand financial obligations under ethical recruitment principles. Deferring the service fee amount until a later transfer is inconsistent with transparent remuneration terms required under the applicable provision. Article 5.3 requires clear, fair contracts outlining financial arrangements so families understand obligations — option a is correct. Deferring the fee amount until a future transfer creates ambiguity inconsistent with transparent remuneration — option c is correct. Option b is wrong because party comfort does not override the requirement for clear fee terms at signing. Option d is wrong because near-adult status does not remove the obligation to specify service fees clearly for minors and their families.

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The representation agreement must include a clear service fee clause so the player and family understand financial obligations under ethical recruitment principles.

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Sofia may use the deferred fee clause if Mateo and his parents are comfortable with postponing the specific amount until a transfer occurs.

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Deferring the service fee amount until a later transfer is inconsistent with transparent remuneration terms required under the applicable provision.

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Mateo's imminent adulthood means Sofia cannot include any specific service fee clause in the representation agreement.

Ethical recruitment and representation

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Ethical Recruitment Guide — foundations

Ethical Recruitment Guide — practice and representation