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Aston Villa wins appeal to register teenager Brian Madjo for next season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 12:40 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Aston Villa wins appeal to register teenager Brian Madjo for next season

Summary

Aston Villa has been granted permission to register Brian Madjo after their appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport was successful. The 17-year-old forward, signed from Metz in January, was previously ineligible due to FIFA's transfer rules regarding minors. Villa's club statement confirmed the ruling allows Madjo to participate in official competitions this season. UEFA's Champions League and Premier League campaigns are set to begin soon, providing opportunities for Madjo to contribute.

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By the Numbers

•Aston Villa's appeal regarding Brian Madjo's registration was upheld.
•Madjo signed from Metz in January but was previously deemed ineligible.
•He has scored four goals in pre-season fixtures for Villa.
•Madjo is now eligible to play in official competition matches this season.
•The ruling allows Villa to utilize Madjo in the Premier League and Champions League.

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12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa clear to register youngster after winning court appeal against FIFA

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Aston Villa have been allowed to register teenager Brian Madjo after their appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport was upheld.Madjo signed for Villa in January from French club Metz, but Unai Eme...
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