Colón launch multi-million FIFA claim against José Neris | OneFootball

Colón’s strong current form has brought them peace of mind again. The win over All Boys allowed them to reclaim the top spot in Zone A and strengthened their hopes of promotion. But while the ball is bringing smiles on the pitch, an equally important dispute is unfolding in the club’s offices.

The multimillion-dollar lawsuit Colón filed against José Neris

The Sabalero leadership decided to go all in against José Neris, who became the focus of an international claim after unilaterally terminating his contract, which was due to expire in December. That situation led to a formal complaint before FIFA for an amount, according to César Merlo, close to $1.3 million.

In Santa Fe, they believe the case has solid grounds and are confident of obtaining a favorable ruling. Not only because of the sporting and institutional impact of losing the striker under those circumstances, but also because the outcome could represent enormous financial relief for a club that is still trying to get its numbers in order.

Neris’s departure had left internal wounds. Beyond the footballing aspect, what caused the greatest discomfort was the way the relationship ended up breaking down. That is why, from the very beginning, the leadership understood that it had to take the matter to the fullest extent.

Colón owned 65% before the contract was terminated, while the remaining 35% belonged to River of Uruguay, which was clearly harmed by the player’s actions together with his representatives. A percentage that makes any positive resolution at FIFA even more significant. For now, the process continues its course away from the pitch. But in the Colón world, they know this lawsuit could end up being worth as much as a promotion.

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