I have had a few people ask me how to become a professional football player. They have also asked if they need an agent.
Have a highlight tape and an updated resume that summarizes your accomplishments. There are many companies today that will help you
put a highlight tape together. WHAT IS A SPORTS AGENT?
You can contact as many potential representatives as you like. If you are hoping to play in a particular country, it may be helpful to find someone who is either located in that country or who have a proven record of placement with the clubs you are interested in.
There are many considerations when choosing a sports agent. They need to be familiar with the general pay rates for other soccer players. Depending on the size of the club and location this pay scale may be very different.
Ask to review their standard contract before you meet. It is always a good idea to have someone else review this with you. If you can afford an attorney, it is worth the investment to have one review the contract.
Look at such items as the length of time the contract lasts. Is there language in the contract addressing termination? By the agent? By You? What period of time does the contract cover?
What happens to the contract if you aren’t signed with a team or get injured?
Questions you may consider asking may include:
You are signing a CONTRACT. Make certain you have read it thoroughly. You may be promising them anywhere from ten percent of your salary. The amount may vary depending on whether it is for an employment contract or an endorsement contract.
Check if the contract is exclusive or non-exclusive. If you have an exclusive contract, then you can only work with that one individual or group for the length of time specified in your contract.
If you sign a non-exclusive contract, you can reach out to more than one person at a time and have them work with you to place you with a club.
Trust your gut.
It is never a bad idea to have a trusted family member or friend present with you as well.
They should never be offering you gifts or money. This is unethical and possibly illegal. If one does, find another agent!
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