Everton’s pursuit of Ghanaian winger Ernest Nuamah has hit a snag, as the club has been banned from signing him due to a little-known rule. According to renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Toffees have been blocked from completing the deal due to a FIFA regulation.
The rule in question states that clubs are not allowed to sign players from clubs that have outstanding debts or unpaid transfer fees. In this case, Nuamah’s current club, Nordsjaelland, allegedly owes money to a third-party company, which has triggered the FIFA ban.
Romano took to social media to break the news, stating: “Everton’s deal for Ernest Nuamah has been blocked by FIFA due to Nordsjaelland’s outstanding debts. The club is working to resolve the issue, but it’s a complex situation.”
This development has come as a surprise to many, as Everton had been confident of securing Nuamah’s signature. The 22-year-old winger has been in impressive form for Nordsjaelland, scoring 10 goals and providing 5 assists in 20 appearances.
Everton manager Sean Dyche will now have to explore alternative options to strengthen his squad, as the club looks to resolve the issue and potentially appeal the FIFA ban.
The situation highlights the complexities of the transfer market, where clubs must navigate a web of regulations and rules to complete deals. As the transfer window enters its final stages, Everton will be hoping to find a solution to this unexpected setback.
