A controversy causes ink to flow after Toulouse

The Toulouse Football Club has decided to go on the offensive by filing a complaint concerning the qualification of Thiago Almadathe latest recruit from Olympique Lyonnais. This decision follows the draw between the two teams last Saturday (0-0) and raises questions about the legality of the transfer according to many observers.

A free loan that raises questions

At the heart of the controversy, the fact that Thiago Almada arrived in Lyon from Botafogoa Brazilian club that is part of the galaxy of John Textorthe American owner of OL. This free loan allowed Olympique Lyonnais, although banned from recruiting by the DNCG, to enlist the young 22-year-old Argentinian. A situation considered as a flaw which benefits OL by many players in French football.

A regulatory procedure initiated

In accordance with article 556 of the LFP regulations, Toulouse FC lodged reservations before the match against Lyon, then confirmed them on time with the competitions commission. This procedure aims to challenge Almada's qualification and participationon the grounds that this could be contrary to the regulations in force. If the merits of the Toulouse claim are provenOL could be inflicted with defeat by penalty and the points from the match would be awarded to TFC.

A legal battle in perspective

Although the LFP and the DNCG validated Almada's qualification, this case could give rise to a legal standoff. Many clubs are wondering about the conditions surrounding this loan and denouncing a form of regulatory optimization on the part of OL. The final decisionwhich could set a precedent, is eagerly awaited by all those involved in French football.