Robertinho was dismissed by the Blues earlier this year after the club cited health concerns. The Brazilian tactician, however, lodged a complaint demanding his unpaid wages covering January to June 2025, when the season came to a close.
In a letter dated August 12, 2025, FIFA informed both parties that Rayon Sports has 45 days to settle the dues. Should the club fail to comply, it faces stiff sanctions, including a transfer ban preventing it from registering new players, both locally and internationally, for three consecutive windows.
The 63-year-old coach, who was earning $5,000 per month and went six months without pay, has since landed a new role with Saudi Arabian side Jeddah SC ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
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