Italian journalist Massimo Franchi from Tuttosport noted that the International Football Federation FIFA and the European football body UEFA do not ban Italian clubs from signing Russian players. This was relayed by RB Sports.
He added that, in his view, FIFA and UEFA have not forbidden Italian clubs from acquiring Russian players. Nevertheless, he suggested that Italian clubs generally show little interest in Russian talent. In his assessment, clubs tend to favour players from other competitive European nations, as well as from South America and Africa, when building their squads.
It is a matter of record that FIFA and UEFA have decided to exclude all Russian clubs and the Russian national team from participation in their competitions. This exclusion applies to events and leagues governed by those two organizations, affecting transfer activity and player eligibility across the continent.
Former Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis had previously commented on how many years ago Rubin Kazan expressed willingness to sell midfield talent Kvartskelia Khvich at a time when transfer markets featured heightened activity and shifting price expectations. This background helps illustrate the broader context of how clubs evaluate midfield options and strategic investments in players with international profiles.
In summary, while there is no explicit prohibition from FIFA or UEFA against Italian clubs signing Russian players, market dynamics and political decisions have substantially shaped the transfer focus of Italian clubs, steering attention toward talent from other regions and leagues. The ongoing sanctions framework and competitive landscape continue to influence how clubs assess options and negotiate deals in a rapidly changing European football environment.
Citations: Tuttosport report on FIFA and UEFA stances; transfer market discussions referencing RB Sports; historical remarks on Russian players and club strategies.