Key Highlights
- Borussia Dortmund reacts to Atalanta’s criticism regarding Samuele Inácio’s transfer.
- Atalanta claims the deal was not conducted properly and expresses concern over Borussia Dortmund’s conduct.
- BVB emphasizes their compliance with FIFA regulations and the legitimacy of the transfer.
The Bitter Taste of Youth Transfer Disputes
It’s a bitter pill to swallow for the football community when veteran clubs like Borussia Dortmund find themselves at odds with up-and-coming ones. The latest spat between Atalanta and BVB over Samuele Inácio’s transfer is no exception, leaving many scratching their heads in disbelief.
A Disrupted Club Dinner
Atalanta’s head of football, Luca Percassi, was not the only one left dismayed. The planned club dinner between Atalanta and Borussia Dortmund, a tradition for many big meetings, never materialized due to this transfer row. “It is very sad that clubs don’t want to resolve these issues,” Percassi lamented, adding that despite canceling the meal, he still met with BVB’s management.
Atalanta’s Grievances
Percassi accused Borussia Dortmund of not respecting the rules and processes. “It is wrong for a club to experience this,” he said, defending Atalanta’s right to bring such matters before FIFA. “We are committed to our youth system and feel betrayed by how this was handled.” The Atalanta chief highlighted Inácio’s journey through their academy since childhood, emphasizing the club’s commitment to nurturing young talents.
BVB’s Defensive Stance
Borussia Dortmund’s Lars Ricken reacted with confusion. “The dinner hasn’t happened and won’t happen this week for Samuele Inácio,” he stated. “Now they are making a big fuss about it, but we have everything in order with FIFA.” Ricken defended the club’s actions, emphasizing their compliance with all regulations. “This is unprecedented; it’s the first time a dinner has been canceled like this.”
You might think this is new, but… it seems the football world hasn’t seen such an incident before.
