Nine Malaysian clubs on FIFA transfer ban list
KUALA LUMPUR: FIFA has imposed transfer bans on nine Malaysian clubs, including Super League sides Terengganu FC and Kelantan Darul Naim FC, over what is believed to be unresolved wage disputes.
The affected clubs are among dozens across Asia currently sanctioned.
Terengganu's three-year ban, which began in April, threatens to derail their preparations for the 2025-26 M-League season.
While attention has been on the club's former striker Ivan Mamut and his wage dispute, the timing of the ban suggests the issues are unrelated.
Mamut has confirmed he did not lodge a complaint with FIFA.
When contacted, Terengganu chief operating officer Syahrizan Zain declined to comment directly on the ban.
"It's not right for me to make a statement. Once it's ready, it will be shared," he said, adding: "We are preparing," when asked about the new season.
On Mamut's status, he added: "We will make a statement soon."
The seven other Malaysian clubs listed in FIFA's registration ban database are Kelantan FC, Kelantan FA, PT Athletic FC, Sarawak United, Perlis, Melaka United FC and Melaka United.
Perlis remain one of the longest-suspended teams, having been banned since September 2020 and again in June 2021, with sanctions still in place.
Over 60 clubs across Asia are facing similar bans.
Saudi Arabia top the list with 20 teams, including Al Raed, Al Hazem and Al Wehdah.
China follow closely, with Wuhan Three Towns, Dalian Professional and Hebei FC among the affected sides.
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