Chippa United back in the market with lifting of FIFA transfer ban

The Chilli Boys were the subject of a FIFA transfer ban at the end of last season after failing to pay the Belgian an estimated amount of R200,000 following his release by the club.

The former Free State Stars, Black Leopards and Young Africans head coach was briefly in charge of Chippa during the 2025/26 season.

In April, FIFA head of discipline Americo Espallargus said "the registration ban will remain active until the amount due is paid and for a maximum duration of up to three entire and consecutive registration periods".

Eymael was a replaced by Vusi Vilakazi in October 2025 but in December the coach remained unpaid and he subsequently contacted FIFA.

"It appears that, despite the decision, Chippa United FC [the respondent] has not yet complied with its financial obligations towards Luc Nico Eymael,” FIFA responded.

But the matter has now been resolved, with Eymael's lawyer's confirming: "Our client was paid, meaning the ban is lifted,” they said in the Sowetan.

Chippa are currently under the guidance of former Richards Bay, Moroka Swallows and AmaZulu boss Brandon Truter.