Part 4/9:
The Call for Greater Oversight
While some complexities of MCO existed long before the current SAF (Sociedade Anônima de Futebol) regulations were enacted, it is clear that these structures have not yet resolved the issues of valuation manipulation in player transfers. Past scenarios, such as partnerships between Parmalat and clubs during the late 90s, indicate that the challenges surrounding multi-club ownership are not new to football.