Chelsea Poised to File £3m Agent Fee Claim

Court Case Dismissed Due to Procedural Errors

Chelsea is gearing up to resubmit a £3 million claim against an agent who represented Kurt Zouma during his 2021 transfer to West Ham United. The club's initial application was dismissed by the High Court due to incorrect filing.

Background of the Transfer

In August 2021, Zouma left Chelsea for West Ham in a deal worth £29.8 million. The agent, identified as Moussa Sissoko, was entitled to a commission on the transfer fee.

However, Chelsea contends that Sissoko breached his agency agreement and is therefore not entitled to the full commission. The club alleges that Sissoko failed to disclose his financial interest in the transfer, which amounted to 10% of the fee.

Procedural Errors in Initial Claim

Chelsea's initial application for a High Court claim was dismissed in December 2022 due to procedural errors. The club failed to provide sufficient detail in its claim and did not properly serve the application on Sissoko.

Revised Claim in the Works

Chelsea has since addressed the procedural deficiencies and is preparing a revised claim. The club is expected to submit the new application shortly.

Potential Implications

If Chelsea's claim is successful, Sissoko could be ordered to repay a significant portion of the £3 million commission. The outcome of the case could have wider implications for the regulation of agent fees in football.