International Transfer of Minors in Football: Regulatory Frameworks, Jurisprudence and Contemporary Challenges

Organised by Offside Legal | Pitch & Precedent Series
Date: 14 June 2026 | Time: 1200 Hrs IST | Mode: Virtual
Registration: Free (Limited Seats)

About the Webinar

Offside Legal presents an advanced Sports Law webinar examining one of the most complex and closely regulated areas of international football governance—the international transfer of minors. The session will explore the FIFA regulatory framework, leading jurisprudence, safeguarding concerns, academy recruitment practices, human rights considerations, and contemporary challenges arising from the global movement of young athletes.

About Offside Legal

Offside Legal is the premier destination for sports law expertise. Bridging the gap between legal theory and real-world sporting practice. As a trusted resource for legal professionals, academics, athletes, arbitrators, and regulators, they explore the legal dimensions of sport with clarity, depth, and relevance.

Offside Legal is committed to fostering informed dialogue, thought leadership, and cross-sector collaboration in the ever-evolving world of sports and law.

About the Speaker

Lucio Mazzei is an International Sports Lawyer with extensive experience in football regulation, governance, international transfers, contractual disputes, and regulatory compliance. The session will draw upon international practice, regulatory developments, and case-based analysis to provide participants with practical and academic insights into the subject.

Learning Objectives

Understand the FIFA framework governing international transfers of minors.
Examine Article 19 and related regulatory exceptions.
Analyse leading decisions of FIFA and CAS concerning minor transfers.
Understand safeguarding obligations and child protection concerns.
Study academy recruitment, training compensation, and player development structures.
Evaluate contemporary challenges involving cross-border movement of young athletes.
Assess compliance obligations for clubs, intermediaries, and federations.

Key Discussion Areas

Historical development of regulations on minor transfers
FIFA Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP)
Article 19: General prohibition and exceptions
EU/EEA exception and educational safeguards
Parental relocation exception
Border-region exception
Registration of minors and approval processes
CAS jurisprudence and landmark cases
Protection of minors and safeguarding obligations
Role of clubs, academies, agents, and national associations
Human rights considerations in youth football
Emerging regulatory and governance challenges

Who Should Attend?

Sports lawyers, football administrators, federation officials, club executives, agents/intermediaries, law students, researchers, athletes, compliance professionals, and individuals interested in football governance and international sports regulation.

Perks for Participants

Certificate of Participation
Access to the Offside Legal WhatsApp Community
Networking Opportunities
Internship Opportunities with Offside Legal
Interactive Q&A Session

Event Details

Topic: International Transfer of Minors in Football: Regulatory Frameworks, Jurisprudence and Contemporary Challenges

Speaker: Lucio Mazzei

Date: 14 June 2026

Time: 1200 Hrs IST

Mode: Virtual

Registration Fee: Free

Seats: Limited: https://forms.gle/MqwVvTEiSArzeCr3A

Why Attend?

The webinar offers a unique opportunity to gain practical insight into one of football’s most heavily regulated areas. Participants will engage with current regulatory developments, landmark jurisprudence, and real-world challenges affecting clubs, federations, lawyers, and young athletes worldwide.