FIGC blocks Lameck Banda transfer to Swehly SC amid contract dispute
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has denied a transfer request from Swehly SC for Lameck Banda, citing his existing contract with US Lecce. The refusal comes as Banda has been absent from training for over a month and recently met with Swehly SC officials. Banda claims he was unaware that Lecce had an option to extend his contract until June 30, 2027, believing he would be a free agent as of July 1, 2026. The case might escalate to FIFA for resolution based on the contract dispute.
- •FIGC blocks Lameck Banda's transfer to Swehly SC.
- •Banda has been absent from Lecce training for over a month.
- •He believes he is a free agent but is under contract until June 2027.
- •The matter may escalate to FIFA for a final decision.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Banda saga intensifies as FIGC refuse Swahly SC transfer due to Lecce contract
"The FIGC has sided with Lecce and blocked Lameck Banda from joining Swehly SC because he is still under contract, so the matter could now go to FIFA.LECCE, ITALY – MAY 24: Lameck Banda of US Lecce s...
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