In a powerful legal showdown, Ugandan striker Fahad Aziz Bayo has decisively triumphed in a contract dispute against Czech club MFK Vyškov, securing a substantial $55,000 (UGX 209M) payout.
The club has been ordered to pay up, and a transfer ban will now hang over their head until the compensation is settled.
The dispute erupted when Vyškov abruptly terminated Bayo’s contract, citing his supposed absence as the cause.
However, the club’s failure to provide evidence to back their claims led to the ruling going squarely in favor of the player.
In a blow to the club’s operations, Vyškov’s inability to meet their obligations has now resulted in serious sanctions.
Bayo, who signed with MFK Vyškov as a free agent in January 2023 on a two-year deal, played through both the 2022/23 and 2023/24 seasons.
Despite his efforts, Vyškov’s failure to secure promotion to the Czech First League led to the controversial termination of his contract, along with that of fellow Ugandan Musa Ramathan.
The timing of these contract terminations raised red flags, as they came during a period when the agency managing the players exited the market.
Speculation suggests Vyškov seized this window to rid themselves of Bayo and Ramathan in order to free up space for new signings. While Bayo fought back legally and emerged victorious, Ramathan chose not to take action.
This legal saga casts a dark shadow on MFK Vyškov’s reputation, particularly when it comes to their treatment of African players.
The club, known for providing opportunities to Ugandan talent such as Aziz Kayondo, Bobosi Byaruhanga, and Musa Ramathan, now faces serious questions about their ethics and commitment to fair player contracts.
This ruling sends a clear message: no club is above the law, and players’ rights will be fiercely defended. MFK Vyškov’s reckless contract handling now stands as a cautionary tale for other clubs worldwide.
