Zeppo is correct. If they do not have EU passports there parents will need to move to Spain with them in order for this to happen as they are under the age of 18. FIFA are very strict with this now but I hope it works out for them.
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It doesn't matter in this case...if they are going to be registered officially to a European Academy then they will have to have EU passports or have there parents with them. Unless they are not going to be officially registered with the academy then perhaps they can just go to school and participate in some sessions as guests maybe.
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Two young American brothers were recently accepted to Barcelona's youth academy. Their family relocated there with them.
http://www.barcelonausa.com/"Donovan was excellent. We knew he was a good player, but he really didn't do anything wrong in the whole game and made it difficult for us."
- Xavi
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I would assume that all the necessary 'ducks are in a row'! ...and Valencia would have made sure of that!
Why else would Valencia take them?"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."
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Exactly. Anyone thinking that their child WILL be a pro is merely dreaming. You need to work hard, stay healthy, surround yourself by the right people, have some luck, and all the stars have to line up just right....so you better get your education. And even if you do make it...the average career lasts 2-4 years. So you make some money but then you have to use your education for when your career is finished.
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19 Protection of minors
1. International transfers of players are only permitted if the player is over the age of 18.
2. The following three exceptions to this rule apply:
a) The player’s parents move to the country in which the new club is
located for reasons not linked to football;
Are you moving for reasons not linked to football, Bill?
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Gamma,
What do you think about this comment - As far as enforcement is concerned, some of those rules FIFA has laid down are but a figment of the persons at FIFA imagination!
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Can FIFA win in the courts on some of those such as 'no child under 18 signed unless...'... these quoted by Mosiah are met?
19 Protection of minors
1. International transfers of players are only permitted if the player is over the age of 18.
2. The following three exceptions to this rule apply:
a) The player’s parents move to the country in which the new club is
located for reasons not linked to football;
Who would be there to make a complaint or substantiate one?
Just asking!"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."
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