ChecklistSports law
Sports contract: review points before signing
The key clauses, risks and questions to review before signing a sports contract.
Format
PDF · 7 pages
Last updated
February 2026
Version
1.0
Access
Directly available
Legal reference
Switzerland / International
Responsible
Müller Paparis, sports law practice
Zweck
This checklist gives athletes, agencies and clubs a structured overview of the key review points before signing a sports contract.
Enthalten
- Term and extension options
- Remuneration, bonuses and social benefits
- Transfer rights and exit clauses
- Image rights and advertising obligations
- Breach clauses
- Federation rules and CAS arbitration clause
- Termination and consequences
Not included
- Individual legal assessment of the specific contract
- Conduct of negotiations
- Tax analysis
Zielgruppe
Sport
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