Transfer Request
A player may make a "transfer request." In this case, the player is publicly stating his desire to move, and encouraging other clubs to make an offer for him. Due to the public nature of transfer requests, they may often be used by players to air their grievances in the open, such as frustration over contract negotiations or clash of personality with the manager. Often a player may remove their request if the source of unhappiness is resolved. Alternatively a club can reject a transfer request, effectively stating their intention to reject any offer for their player. Since the-Bosman court cases, opening up freedom of movement for sports players at the end of their contract, the effect of rejecting a transfer request has been weakened, as players can now eventually leave for free. Clubs are more inclined to sell the player in order to recoup some money, even if they do not wish to let the player go.
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