Is it possible for Alexander Isak to break his Newcastle United contract and join Liverpool without penalty, using a legal loophole?
In the world of football, two significant stories are unfolding – the ongoing saga of Alexander Isak at Newcastle United and the legacy of the landmark legal case involving former Arsenal and Chelsea midfielder Lassana Diarra, known as the Diarra case.
Alexander Isak, the Swedish striker, has been training separately from the Newcastle United squad and is not under consideration for matchday squads. Reports suggest that he has gone on strike, citing broken promises regarding a new contract or a move. However, the club has denied making any such promises.
Isak's future at the club is uncertain as the transfer deadline approaches. Newcastle United are determined to keep him unless they receive an offer they deem acceptable. If a suitable offer is not made, Isak may still be a Newcastle United player when the transfer window closes on September 2.
Meanwhile, the Diarra case, a legal battle that spanned almost a decade, has set a precedent that could impact Isak's situation. The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruled in Diarra's favour in 2020, finding that sections of FIFA's Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP) contravened EU competition law and a worker's right to free movement. This ruling has limited FIFA's powers to sanction a player in the event of termination, but UK domestic law and FA guidelines take precedence in any legal proceedings.
If Isak were to terminate his contract without just cause, it is unlikely that he would pay Newcastle compensation in line with his transfer value, given the Diarra case. However, if he were to join another English club before the end of his protected period, English contract law could potentially include an injunction preventing him from playing for another club.
The protected period for players under 28 is three years or three seasons, whichever comes first. For Isak, it expires on August 26, 2025. The earliest end of Isak's Protected Period for his Newcastle contract would be approximately one year after the contract start date, likely sometime in 2024 or 2025.
In addition to the Isak and Diarra stories, Newcastle United have been active in the summer transfer window, with the arrivals of Jacob Ramsey, Anthony Elanga, Aaron Ramsdale, and Malick Thiaw. The transfer deadline is fast-approaching, and there is a strong likelihood Isak remains at Newcastle, but whether he returns to the fold or doubles down on his position is uncertain.
As these stories unfold, the football world watches with bated breath, eager to see how these developments will shape the future of both Alexander Isak and Newcastle United.
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