The Saudi Arabian Professional League released a statement on its official website saying: “Football is the number one sport in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and we are proud of the influence of the game at all levels across the Kingdom. The Saudi Arabian Professional League has been rated as the best by the Asian Football Confederation league in Asia We bring players and coaches from all over the world to our successful clubs” and off the pitch, including strengthening management, technology and facilities, with more planning like FFP.”
“We understand the importance of our players and are implementing comprehensive adjustments to protect all parties, as well as openly and transparently reporting any issues. From June 2021, a new standard contract was introduced, binding on all foreign players in Saudi Arabia, with a focus on the rights and protection of players, stipulating that if the player is not paid within two months, the contract will be considered void. overdue Document reviewed by FIFPRO with all implementation notes, SAFF also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a representative association of independent players supported by SPL.
And she continued: “The management measures also resulted in an overall reduction in the club’s debt by 51% last year, in addition to new and improved procedures for club registration and licensing, player health and safety, and the National Dispute Resolution Chamber. of which are helping in an unprecedented reduction in litigation and disputes, some of which have not helped. This is decided before FIFA and therefore cannot be brought against our clubs.”
She concluded: “All the governing bodies of football, including FIFA and the AFC, recognize the rapid progress we are making and the opportunities that lie ahead. We continue to play an active role in the football family and engage with all stakeholders, including FIFPro, to showcase the progress and improvements we are making.”
