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Lucas Ribeiro takes Sundowns to FIFA- Brazilian star seeks contract exit

1y By Nomonde Simelane

Brazilian striker Lucas Ribeiro has taken Mamelodi Sundowns to the FIFA Football Tribunal, seeking to terminate his contract.

Lucas, South Africa’s top scorer and Players’ Player of the Season, has not played for Sundowns since the start of the 2025–2026 season despite having multiple offers.

He cited “just cause” for ending his contract and referenced the EU Court’s Diarra ruling, which ensures a smooth international transfer.

“I believe I have just cause to terminate my contract with Mamelodi Sundowns FC, which I will explain before the Fifa Football Tribunal,” Times Live quoted Ribeiro as saying on Thursday.

Lucas’ agent, Jean-Louis Dupont, said Sundowns blocked a transfer to Qatar SC by repeatedly inflating the price, leaving Ribeiro with no choice but to defend his interests through FIFA and potentially state courts.

Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso stated the club will reveal its stance at the appropriate time.

First published on African Insider

Words compiled by: Batha Madhomu

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