José Neris cleared for Emelec debut in Clásico del Astillero | OneFootball

The prolonged conflict surrounding José Neris's registration has reached an important resolution in the sports arena. FIFA has granted the necessary authorization for the Uruguayan forward to officially join Emelec's squad, allowing his registration in LigaPro just before the third round of the Ecuadorian championship. With the International Transfer Certificate in order, the 25-year-old striker is now available to coach Vicente Sánchez for the crucial match against Barcelona SC.

Although the player has been training with the group for weeks, his lack of match fitness after leaving América de Cali would initially place him on the bench at the Estadio Monumental. The management of the Guayaquil club made the necessary inquiries with the local federation and the international body to ensure his eligibility, seeking to protect themselves from potential future sanctions stemming from the player's ongoing litigation with his previous club in Argentina.

Meanwhile, Colón de Santa Fe has not changed its stance and will maintain the legal offensive against the forward and the Ecuadorian club. The Santa Fe institution claims it holds 65 percent of the economic rights to the transfer and believes the Uruguayan's actions significantly harm its assets. Although the Sabalero directors hoped FIFA would prioritize the athlete's right to work by allowing him to play, they warned that the legal claim will continue to the fullest extent for damages and losses.

The controversy has escalated to the point where Colón's authorities blame their Emelec counterparts for alleged complicity in the maneuver. While the legal process continues in sports courts, Neris is preparing to make his first appearance in Ecuadorian football, in what promises to be one of the most talked-about debuts of the 2026 season due to the complex background of his transfer.

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