FIFA FIFA Agent Ethics & Code of Conduct

Question 1

Under FIFA Football Agent Regulations, what is the primary ethical obligation of a football agent toward their client?

Accepted Answer

Act in the best interests of the client at all times

Answer

Maximize personal commission income

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Prioritize the club's transfer budget

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Negotiate the fastest possible deal

Question 2

Which of the following constitutes a conflict of interest under FIFA agent ethics rules?

Accepted Answer

Simultaneously representing both the player and the buying club without written consent

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Representing only one party in a transaction

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Charging a commission based on the player's salary

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Advising a player on contract terms

Question 3

A licensed football agent must maintain client confidentiality. Which scenario would be an ACCEPTABLE disclosure of client information?

Accepted Answer

Providing information required by FIFA or national association investigations

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Sharing salary details with competing agents

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Disclosing transfer interest to media for publicity

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Revealing contract terms to other players

Question 4

What must a football agent do before entering into a representation contract with a new client who is currently represented by another agent?

Accepted Answer

Verify whether a valid existing representation contract is in place

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Contact the current agent directly to negotiate a split fee

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Sign the new contract immediately once the client agrees

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Register the new contract with FIFA TMS first

Question 5

Under FIFA's code of conduct for football agents, which behavior is expressly prohibited?

Accepted Answer

Offering or accepting undisclosed payments or inducements

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Advising a player on tax matters

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Attending contract negotiations on the player's behalf

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Maintaining records of all transactions

Question 6

How long must a licensed football agent retain records of all transactions and representation contracts under FIFA regulations?

Accepted Answer

5 years

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1 year

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3 years

Answer

10 years