'It's not so much the pandemic, it's Brexit' - Allardyce bemoans transfer difficulties after UK's European Union split
03/01/2021
The new rules put in place following the split from the European Union has posed problems for the relegation-threatened side.
Brexit stops Fulham making exciting Justin Kluivert signing even after £8m transfer agreed
31/08/2022
Fulham have been thwarted by Brexit in their attempts to sign Justin Kluivert as the Roma winger has reportedly been denied a work permit to move to England.
Sky, Amazon, Netflix and BT Sport lose right to let UK viewers automatically watch all content after Brexit transition.
UK teams and riders face new regulations for working in Europe, including carnets, limited stays and possible work visas and permits.
“Without Brexit, there was a chance” – Manager reveals new laws scuppered Sheffield United move
26/10/2021
KV Oostende coach Alexander Blessin has revealed he believes that Brexit ruined his chances of securing the Sheffield United job in the summer.
All overseas players joining English clubs must qualify for entry through a points-based system when the Brexit transition period ends on 31 December.
Bands, theatre groups and sports clubs could be badly hit by need for visas, carnets and documents.
A grouping of travel companies which has been established to highlight the likely result of Brexit on businesses working in seasonal holiday businesses such as the ski industry has made some dire predictions of the impact of Britain’s vote to leave the European Union.
“It is no longer possible to go to England due to Brexit,” Antov explained at the time, via Corriere dello Sport.
Fresh doubts over whether the Six Nations will go ahead as scheduled have emerged with Brexit red tape presenting a stumbling block to the tournament.
West Ham United's Conference League play-off opponents Viborg have expressed their disappointment after being informed that two of their players will be unable to feature in Thursday's first leg at the London Olympic Stadium due to visa issues.
Manchester United and Erik ten Hag 'may face Brexit complications over assistant appointment'
12/04/2022
Manchester United and Erik ten Hag could face complications over any move to bring Robin van Persie back to Old Trafford as assistant manager - according to reports.
Brexit ruined Simon Harmer’s hopes of playing for England, now he could come back to haunt them
12/04/2022
The Essex spinner has made a successful comeback for South Africa after emerging as county cricket’s best bowler and looks set for a prosperous tour of England later this summer, writes Chris Stocks.
How Brexit is changing Rangers' transfer policy: 'If we operate like we have - that will take us nowhere'
25/09/2021
When Britain officially left the European Union in January of this year, football clubs were stripped of the privileges they were previously afforded through the freedom of movement. Gone are the days when a player from Europe could hop on a plane and easily sign for a British club.
Due to FIFA rules, leaving the EU meant British clubs suddenly found themselves unable to sign the best teenage players from abroad until they turn 18. Some of Europe's top sides are taking advantage.
Why Chelsea's Andrey Santos presents clearest transfer problem yet in post-Brexit reality
24/02/2023
The Brazilian prospect is still searching for a loan move because he cannot get a work permit as Premier League clubs continue to come to terms with the GBE system that has seen worldwide playing pool shrink by more than 90%.
The Premier League is wary of the impact of Brexit and is seeking to avoid tough regulations on signing European players.
"For others in the future, that will depend on the negotiations under way" on Britain's future relation with the EU, he said.
Post-Brexit rules should be relaxed to allow English clubs to bring in more top-quality youngsters from Europe, Chelsea academy chief Neil Bath says.
Arsenal will reportedly focus on the South American market after new Brexit rules made it harder to sign European talent.