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THE BOOK

Football for Sale pulls back the curtain on the greed, corruption, and exploitation poisoning the world game. From illegal transfers and match-fixing to the systemic abuse of young talent, this book uncovers the dark underbelly of a game that has sold its soul.

Through investigations across four continents and 12 countries, the authors—a published author and licensed football intermediary; and a professional player—reveal a global web of deceit. They expose shocking stories of players manipulated by fraudulent agents, clubs used as fronts for money laundering, and a culture that prioritises profit over people. Racism, bullying, political influence, and exploitation are not isolated incidents but symptoms of a deeper, systemic rot.

This isn’t another 'sunshine-and-superstars' football book. If that’s what you’re after, there are a myriad of surface-level tales gathering dust on retailers' bookshelves worldwide.

This book is a stark warning about the human cost of a sport in crisis. It's a call to action for administrators, players, fans, sports management professionals, and parents of young footballers to demand transparency, accountability, and reform. With candid interviews, first-hand accounts, and hard-hitting insights, Football for Sale dismantles the sanitised façade of modern football. It gives a voice to those silenced by fear and shame, and shines a light on the urgent need for change.

This book serves as a vital survival guide for young, aspiring footballers and their families, offering crucial insights and warnings to navigate the pitfalls of a system rigged against them.

THE AUTHORS

nico

Nico is a licensed football agent (retired) and sports consultant with over two decades' experience in the UK, EU and Asian markets. He brings 30 years of experience as a writer, filmmaker, business strategist and advertising executive. He currently leads a sports consultancy that provides strategic guidance to professional and semi-professional sporting organisations around the world. His mission is clear: to expose the flaws within professional sport and spark the changes the global industry desperately needs. Based between the UK and Europe, his work continues to take him around the world, advocating for the advancement of professional sports and inspiring those committed to the industry’s full potential. A published author, perennial writer and entrepreneur, Nico has also studied a Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science.

andrea

Andrea, a professional footballer, has been immersed in European football for over 15 years. He has played in six countries and 10 cities across Europe and USA, working and connecting with players and coaches from around the world. His experience across diverse football cultures and systems has allowed him to build a network of industry professionals. Andrea has been a transformative force in football, consistently driving change where it's needed most. His dedication extends far beyond the side-lines as he continues to guide young footballers, serving as a mentor to the next generation. He remains a steadfast symbol of progress, committed to shaping not just athletes, but leaders who will carry the sport forward. Andrea also holds a Masters in Sports Management.

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