African Stars appeal to FIFA to lift transfer ban after settling debt dispute with Ghana's Peter Ernest Adiwo
Namibia’s reigning premiership champions, African Stars, have lodged an appeal with FIFA to lift their transfer ban following the settlement of a debt owed to Ghanaian striker Peter Ernest Adiwo.
The club recently faced sanctions preventing them from signing new players domestically and internationally due to their failure to meet financial obligations to their former player.
Adiwo had filed a complaint with FIFA, alleging wrongful termination, which resulted in a ruling requiring Stars to pay him N$ 180,000. FIFA’s Disciplinary Committee enforced the ban after Stars failed to compensate Adiwo within the stipulated timeframe.
Hei informed Desert Radio that Adiwo has now been paid the outstanding amount. He acknowledged delays in communication with FIFA initially, citing an unfamiliar email address used by the governing body.
"We are addressing the issue this week to normalize our situation and lift the ban, as per FIFA’s requirements," Hei stated, expressing concern over the impact on the team's preparations for the upcoming season.
Despite the setback, Hei emphasized Stars' commitment to resolving the matter swiftly to focus on their participation in the Confederation of African Football Champions League.
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