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IFK Göteborg's Jansson Discusses Transfers and Agent Issues

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  • IFK Göteborg's transfer talks with Benjamin Brantlind reportedly stalled over agent fee demands.
  • Jesper Jansson criticizes lack of unity among Swedish clubs on agent rules, highlighting risks for smaller teams.
  • Jansson identifies Max Fenger as a potential next big sale and aims for Swedish championship victory this year.

IFK Göteborg's football chief Jesper Jansson has spoken about the club's transfer work and agent-related challenges. According to unconfirmed reports, the club has held talks about Benjamin Brantlind's future and a new contract, but negotiations reportedly stalled. IFK Göteborg is said to have offered the agency HCM 40 percent of a future transfer fee exceeding five million euros, with the agency reportedly demanding 45 percent, leading to the breakdown.

Jansson expressed disappointment that Swedish clubs have not been able to unite on agent rules, stating that smaller clubs are more vulnerable. He mentioned that Brantlind's future is not decided, with his contract running this year, and pointed to Max Fenger as a player ready for the next step and attracting foreign clubs. Jansson also set a high goal for the team, questioning why they could not win the Swedish championship this year.

Brändlind has a contract with the club this year, and decisions about his future will be made later.

Jesper Jansson, IFK Göteborg's football director

He also pointed to Max Fenger as a player ready for a bigger sale, citing qualities that attract foreign clubs.

Jesper Jansson, IFK Göteborg's football director

He expressed disappointment that Swedish clubs have not united on agent rules and highlighted issues with player responsibility.

Jesper Jansson, IFK Göteborg's football director

He set a high goal for the team, asking why they could not win the Swedish championship this year.

Jesper Jansson, IFK Göteborg's football director

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