Football: FIFA announces radical change for transfers

On June 10, 2026, FIFA announced a major reform of the transfer system from its headquarters in Mexico, to take effect in early 2027. Release clauses will become mandatory in all professional player contracts, setting a fixed amount for player release. Additionally, players with an annual salary under €150,000 will automatically receive 5% of their transfer fee. Meanwhile, the 2026 World Cup is underway in the US, Mexico, and Canada, with the opening match seeing Mexico defeat South Africa 2-0.