The young defensive milieu Mathis Amougou, rising star of the ASSE training centre, made a record transfer to Chelsea in 2021 for 15 million euros. After a period of development among the Blues, the player born in 2006 made his return to France with the club in Strasbourg, opening an important legal question. This transfer raises the issue of the resale clause originally provided for in the contract with Chelsea, while the two clubs are now linked to the same consortium, BlueCo. This complex situation highlights the nuances of football law regarding transfers between entities belonging to the same group.

The resale clause, common in transfers of young players, was designed to allow the ASSE to collect a share of the potential added value during a future transfer of Amougou. However, the current transfer between Strasbourg and Chelsea, two clubs under the same owner, could circumvent this clause, preventing the ASSE from receiving significant compensation. This situation raises questions about respect for the interest of ASSE and the legality of the clause in this specific context. However, the training allowance, estimated at less than EUR 200 000, should be returned to ASSE, ensuring a financial return for the training club.

At the sporting level, the transfer is beneficial for both clubs. Strasbourg acquires a talented and versatile defensive environment, perfectly suited to its ambitious plan to qualify for the European Cup. Chelsea, on the other hand, recovers a player whom he had ceded, by reallocating an asset within his staff. The London club potentially retains a right to buy back, as L’Équipe mentions, which could allow a future transaction. This return to Ligue 1 offers Amougou an environment conducive to its progress and the consolidation of its role as a key player.

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