Jon Smith discusses the critical state of player welfare in football, indicating a potential strike due to excessive demands on players and the commercialization of the game.
As Jon Smith explains, football has become a vessel for global emotions post-pandemic, where a huge audience and financial interests lead to increasing pressure on players.
The former agent highlights the need for a football regulator, emphasizing the importance of balancing commercial interests with the physical and mental well-being of players.
With player injuries rising and clubs prioritizing profits, Smith points out the real threat of a strike as players’ bodies reach their limits under pressure.
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