Former Premier League champions, Chelsea have been banned for four transfer windows ahead of their Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur on November 24.
According
to The Times, the Blues are hit with two-year transfer ban after breaking FIFA
rules over the signing of fourteen youth players illegally.
The
report claimed that a judgement from FIFA’s Integrity and Compliance has
recommended that the Stamford Bridge club be banned for four transfer windows.
The
report added that the world football governing body have been investigating the
Blues’ recruitment of underage players since it was revealed that former
Chelsea youngster, Bertrand Traore was signed before his 18th birthday back in
2014.
Meanwhile,
Chelsea had insisted that they did not break any FIFA rules.
“The
club has fully cooperated with FIFA and has provided comprehensive evidence
demonstrating its compliance with the applicable FIFA regulations,” The West
London club told Press Association Sport, PAS.
“We
will not comment further on speculation concerning confidential contracts or
player-related matters.”
Chelsea
currently sits on third positions on the Premier League table with 28 points
from 12 games.
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