Sporting Gijon HubSporting Gijon faces a setback in its battle to collect debt for Pedro Díaz. The French Football Federation's Federal Control Commission has decided not to extend the transfer ban to FC Girondins de Bordeaux.
What happened?
The case of Pedro Díaz adds a new chapter, this time negative for Sporting Gijon. The debt-ridden FC Girondins de Bordeaux has received the support of the French Football Federation's Federal Control Commission, allowing them to register new players from French territory despite the initial FIFA ban on March 27, 2026.
Why is it important for Sporting Gijon?
The decision provides significant relief for the French entity, which can continue to sign players without the pressure of paying their debts to Sporting Gijon beforehand. Sporting Gijon currently sits 9th in the Segunda División, with 61 points and a record of 18 wins, 7 draws, and 17 losses in 42 games.
What's next?
The next battle is expected to take place before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), where both parties have begun to defend their interests and assert their rights in this procedure. Sporting Gijon will not give up and will continue to fight to collect the debt for Pedro Díaz.
| Date | Match | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-30 | Granada CF - Sporting Gijon | 1-2 |
Sporting Gijon has a record of 5 consecutive wins in their last 5 games and is 21 points behind the league leader, Racing Santander. The battle to collect the debt for Pedro Díaz remains a hot topic for the sportinguista team.
