FC Twente are to fight a decision to relegate them from the Dutch Eredivisie, which they won in 2010, to the second division for financial irregularities. The decision stems from the sale of player transfer fee rights to outside investors.
The licensing commission could have revoked their right to play professional football altogether, but this would have been difficult with a well supported club. However, relegation will strain their finances.
FC Twente are to fight a decision to relegate them from the Dutch Eredivisie, which they won in 2010, to the second division for financial irregularities. The decision stems from the sale of player transfer fee rights to outside investors.
The licensing commission could have revoked their right to play professional football altogether, but this would have been difficult with a well supported club. However, relegation will strain their finances.