Analyst: FIFA transfer ban paints very poor picture of Malaysian football

In dire straits: KL’s Brendan Gan (right) is tackled by Kelantan Darul Naim’s Afzal Akbar during their Super League match last month. Kelantan Darul Naim are currently on the FIFA transfer ban list while KL are among the teams facing salary payment issues this season. — Bernama

PETALING JAYA: The transfer ban imposed by world football governing body FIFA should not be taken lightly, as it reflects the deep-rooted financial crisis plaguing many teams in the Malaysian League.

Sports analyst Datuk Dr Pekan Ramli said the situation is alarming, especially with nine teams now slapped with the ban, a development that further tarnishes the already troubled image of Malaysian football.