( June 10, 2026, 21:49 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: FIFPro, a body representing footballers, will withdraw all legal actions against FIFA after the two sides signed an agreement that creates a new governance model for decisions affecting the game. Future changes to football’s transfer system, player welfare standards, workload rules, and rest periods must be collectively agreed, while FIFPRO will gain greater representation within FIFA’s decision-making structures, including observer status on the FIFA Council for player-related matters. The agreements are the result of negotiations following the EU Court of Justice's 2024 ruling on player transfers.The statement follows:...
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