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As I have already explained, we would prefer clubs and players, which are the two sides involved in this matter, to sit around the table and begin negotiations. Mrs Dimantopoulou has also recently written to the clubs and the players to ensure that, finally, this social dialogue can get off the ground.
Secondly, the Commissioners responsible for this issue met the players’ associations on a regular basis because we thought that it made sense for the great footballing family to come together. Unfortunately, this has not always been how it works in practice. That is why we talked with both parties throughout the developments in this matter.
I would also like to inform you that our constant concern was to protect the rights conferred on employees by the Treaties, even if sport does have specific characteristics. Furthermore, in order to ensure that
sport operates properly, a professional football player cannot be treated in the same way as a steelworker. Everyone understands this. Furthermore, some aspects of the agreement are obvious; for example, the protection of young people refers specifically to young players. The disciplinary measures were toned down considerably compared to what had been asked and was expected at the beginning. That is a benefit for sportsmen and women. Who then benefits from the stability of the championships and teams? Sport is the prime beneficiary, then the fans and spectators, but professional players benefit as well. Indeed, would they still benefit from playing if sport were destroyed?
With regard to the Court of Arbitration, we insisted that the court be made up of equal numbers of players and club representatives. I believe that this is a major step forward for players, and I hope that the offer made by my colleague, Mrs Diamantopoulou, will be accepted so that, in this area as well, we see the beginnings of a genuine social dialogue."@en1
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