The short answer: A sell-on clause entitles the club that sold a player to a percentage of any future transfer fee when the buying club later sells them on. It rewards clubs that develop talent even after the player has moved.
How it works
When Club A sells a player to Club B with, say, a 20% sell-on clause, Club A receives 20% of the profit (or fee) when Club B later sells the player to Club C.
Why clubs use them
- Selling clubs share in future upside.
- Buying clubs can lower the upfront fee.
- Development clubs are rewarded long-term.
Variations
Clauses may apply to the whole fee or only the profit, and can be capped. The exact wording matters greatly.
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