Understanding "Third Parties" in Player Transfers: A Key Concept for FIFA Agent Exam Candidates

Learn how to identify third parties in player transfers and understand their role in economic rights, a critical topic for the FIFA Agent Exam.

FIFA AGENT EXAM - QUESTIONS

9/13/20242 min read

In the world of football transfers, understanding who qualifies as a "third party" is crucial, especially for those preparing for the FIFA Agent Exam. This topic is directly related to the FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP), particularly Article 18ter, which deals with third-party ownership and the involvement of outside entities in the economic rights of players.

Question Breakdown

The question posed in the FIFA Agent Exam asks which individuals or entities are considered "third parties" during a player transfer. The options are:

a. The player who transfers

b. A teammate of the transferring player

c. The agent of the club of origin

d. The destination club agent

According to the RSTP, Article 18ter, third-party involvement in the economic rights of players is strictly regulated to avoid conflicts of interest and maintain fairness in the transfer market. Here’s the breakdown:

  1. The Player Who Transfers (a): The player who is being transferred is not considered a third party. They are the primary subject of the transfer and are directly involved in the process.

  2. A Teammate of the Transferring Player (b): A teammate of the transferring player qualifies as a third party. They have no direct involvement in the transfer process and therefore fit the definition of a third party.

  3. The Agent of the Club of Origin (c): The agent representing the club from which the player is being transferred is considered a third party because they are not the player or the clubs involved in the transfer itself.

  4. The Destination Club Agent (d): Similar to the club of origin’s agent, the destination club agent is also considered a third party as they represent interests outside of the direct transfer process.

Answer

Correct Answers: b, c, d

The RSTP clearly states that third parties are individuals or entities that are not the player, the current club, or clubs the player has previously been part of. This means that the player himself, the club he is transferring from, and the destination club are not considered third parties, but any other involved persons—such as teammates or agents—are.

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