Shakhtar CEO urges Tottenham boss Daniel Levy to allow sell-on fee for Manor Solomon

Shakhtar Donetsk CEO Sergei Palkin has urged Tottenham Hotspur chairman Daniel Levy to honour the “values of the football family” regarding the transfer of Manor Solomon to the North London club. Solomon, the Israeli winger, joined Spurs on a free transfer last summer after spending the previous season on loan at Fulham from the Ukrainian club.

The situation surrounding Solomon’s transfer has been complicated due to the conflict in Ukraine. FIFA granted non-Ukrainian nationals playing in Ukraine the right to suspend their contracts amid the crisis, a move that allowed Solomon to join Tottenham despite having a contract with Shakhtar until the end of 2023.

Shakhtar Donetsk valued Solomon at £17m. They now seek a fair sell-on fee from Tottenham. Palkin emphasised that they do not want immediate compensation but are instead looking for a reasonable sell-on fee from any future transfer of the player.

Fair ask?

Here is what Palkin had to say via Evening Standard:

“We are not asking for money from Tottenham. We are asking for a good sell-on fee for the future,”

“If you sell him for good money we both receive something. It’s not respectful that they only offer us 10 per cent sell-on fee. It’s as if they don’t respect football values or what happens in Ukraine.”

While Tottenham have adhered to FIFA’s regulations regarding Solomon’s transfer, the situation has left Shakhtar seeking a resolution with the North London club. Palkin’s comments highlight the desire for a fair and respectful agreement between the two clubs, with the importance of upholding the values of the football community.

Considering the challenging circumstances surrounding Solomon’s transfer, Tottenham have an opportunity to demonstrate compassion and understanding towards Shakhtar Donetsk’s position. While the club has followed FIFA’s guidelines, showing empathy towards the Ukrainian club’s request could reflect positively on Spurs’ commitment to integrity and sportsmanship.

However, it’s also understandable that Tottenham may have their reservations about altering the terms of the agreement. Football transfers involve complex negotiations, and each party has its interests to protect.

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As the discussions between Shakhtar Donetsk and Tottenham continue, finding a compromise that respects both clubs’ positions while considering the broader context of the situation in Ukraine will be crucial. Hopefully, a resolution can be reached that honors the values of fairness, respect, and solidarity within the football community.