According to sources, the Premier League has expressed its strong discouragement towards its clubs engaging in business with Russian counterparts. This statement comes to light as Tottenham Hotspur reportedly agreed to sell Davinson Sánchez to Spartak Moscow for €12m plus additional payments.
This transaction has left Sánchez with a decision to make, as Tottenham’s willingness to trade with Spartak has raised eyebrows. Although Sánchez is expected to decline the offer and consider other opportunities, this situation raises several questions.
While the Premier League cannot prevent its clubs from dealing with Russian teams, it adheres to guidance from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. This guidance advises clubs to be cautious of potential risks such as dealing with sanctioned entities or individuals and ensuring funds are not sourced from sanctioned individuals or entities.
However, beyond these risks, there is a significant ethical concern regarding making or spending money in Vladimir Putin’s country.
The Premier League, in response to queries from individual clubs, has halted the broadcasting of its matches in Russia since Putin’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. It remains unclear whether the league has collectively addressed the clubs to outline its stance on doing business with Russian entities.
It is worth noting that Russia was banned from participating in the Qatar World Cup and Uefa has expelled Russian clubs and national teams from its competitions.
Davinson Sánchez is expected to leave Spurs following a disappointing season, marked by a low point when the club’s supporters cheered his substitution during a home defeat against Bournemouth in April.
Under new manager Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham’s priority is to strengthen their central defense. They continue to monitor players like Micky van de Ven from Wolfsburg and Edmond Tapsoba from Bayer Leverkusen for potential upgrades.
In unrelated news, Tottenham is currently in Singapore, preparing for a friendly match against Lion City Sailors scheduled for Wednesday at 12:30 PM BST.
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