Source:REUTERS/Kirby Lee
[Saba Sports News] According to recent news from Korean media, Ulsan HD terminated the contract of foreign player Giorgi Arabidze without mutual agreement, leading Arabidze to file a complaint with FIFA. Recently, FIFA ruled in favor of Arabidze, ordering Ulsan HD to pay the remaining salary under the contract, amounting to over 40 billion KRW. This has placed a heavy financial burden on Ulsan HD. The high compensation could increase the club’s operating costs. Additionally, the incident caused internal turmoil, leading to the dismissal of the head coach, which may affect the team’s preparation for the new season, disrupt the tactical system, and impact players’ mental state, potentially affecting match results. It could also damage the club’s reputation in the transfer market, making some players hesitant to join Ulsan HD. The writer believes that FIFA’s decision reflects the protection of contract rules in football. Contracts are legally binding documents, and clubs should not breach them arbitrarily.