Egyptian second-division outfit Aswan are set to face a three-year transfer ban after losing their case against former player Raphael Ayagwa.
Ayagwa had completed a move to Aswan back in 2022 from Lobi Stars on a free transfer to strengthen the latter in their quest to stay in the top flight.
However, Aswan were relegated at the end of the season and their drop to the second division saw a number of their players leave the club led by Ayagwa.
The Nigerian midfielder had unpaid wages according to FIFA’s recent statement and was even pressured by Aswan into signing documents in a foreign language.
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As a result, Aswan were punished with a transfer ban and were ordered to pay Ayagwa’s dues in full after the latter won FIFA’s latest ruling.
“FIFPRO welcomes the decision of the FIFA Dispute Resolution Chamber (DRC) in the matter between the Nigerian player, Raphael Ayagwa, and the Egyptian club, Aswan SC, where it was found that the player lawfully terminated his contract,” a statement read.
“By the end of the 2022/23 season of the Egyptian first league, Aswan SC were relegated after which they demanded Ayagwa sign a document in the Arabic language, which the player refused because he did not speak Arabic.
“He was held against his will by a club official and physically attacked, resulting in injuries to his chest, arm, and knee. His phone and bags were confiscated by club officials.”
