BEVERLY HILLS, June 26, (THEWILL) – Rivers United FC has vowed to engage FIFA for a resolution after the world governing body slammed a transfer ban on the team because of the issues surrounding a former team player, Samuel Akurugu.
The club in a statement said: “We are in possession of the said letter from FIFA and every effort is being made to resolve all issues surrounding the development and we are very hopeful that we will come to an amicable settlement.
”We are in touch with the player and all signs point to a quick concurrence in a couple of days as regards settling some pending entitlements.
“Fortunately, Point 8 of the relevant decision of FIFA established that the “aforementioned ban will be lifted immediately and prior to its complete serving, once the due amount, plus interest is paid.
“The management of Rivers United FC is exploring all avenues to bring the matter to a full and final agreement that would be of mutual benefit.
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“We are confident that working with FIFA, this matter will be dealt with and that lessons have been learned going forward.
“We assure our teeming fans to remain calm, as we are certain that this situation will be sorted out quickly and the club cleared to register new players before the next transfer window opens.”
