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Joe Mewis

'Players with highest salaries complaining' - UEFA chief hits out at player strike threats

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 22: Rodri of Manchester City and Pep Guardiola manager of Manchester City as he goes off injured during the Premier League match between Manchester City FC and Arsenal FC at Etihad Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images).

The issue of a congested calendar and its impact on player welfare has become an increasingly hot topic in world football in recent months.

A host of high-profile players have criticised authorities for overloading players and teams, including Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri, who discussed the topic and the potential for players to go on strike shortly before suffering a season-ending knee injury.

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