Dwight Yorke’s former ‘pub team’ club hit by transfer ban until they pay Man Utd legend small fortune in compensation
AUSTRALIAN club Macarthur FC have been placed on a transfer ban until they pay former boss Dwight Yorke over £100,000 in compensation.
Yorke, 52, was appointed manager of the A-League club back in July 2022 and spent just six months in New South Wales.
During that time, he led Macarthur to victory in the Australia Cup and won 10 out of 18 matches.
But he was sacked in January 2023 after a huge dressing room clash.
Yorke compared his squad to a “pub team” and claimed the club was “run by muppets” in the wake of a 1-0 defeat to Adelaide United.
He later took Macarthur to a FIFA tribunal and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
It was ruled that Yorke had been sacked without just cause, meaning the club would have to pay him A$212,500 (£109,000) in compensation.
FIFA have now banned Macarthur from signing any new players until they settle the fee.
Club officials are now exploring legal alternatives.
A statement from the Bulls read: “The club is not concerned of the immediate effect of FIFA’s decision and is exploring further legal avenues available.
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“The club is confident the matter will be resolved between now and January 2025.
“The club will be making no further comment on the matter.”
CEO Sam Krslovic added: “This transfer ban is a non-event. We’re in the process of resolving this issue by the start of the January transfer window.
“The club is currently exploring its legal options in regards to defamation following stories and interviews which have stemmed from the event.”
Meanwhile, Yorke said: “I have maintained dignity throughout this and will continue to do so. FIFA and CAS have found in my favour.
“As of now, I’m awaiting my settlement. I wish the players, the supporters and the club all the best.”