📋 Korean Law Insight | Sports Law
By Attorney NOH UJIN | HANBYOL LAW LLC, Seoul
Sports Law and Athlete Contracts in Korea: A Complete Guide for Foreign Athletes and Clubs
South Korea's sports industry has grown into a multi-billion-dollar ecosystem, driven by globally recognized leagues in football (K-League), baseball (KBO), basketball (KBL), esports (LCK), and the international reach of K-pop-adjacent athlete celebrities. For foreign athletes, agents, clubs, and investors entering this market, understanding Korean sports law — from player contracts and image rights to dispute resolution and doping regulations — is not optional. It is essential.
This guide provides a comprehensive legal overview of athlete contracts, regulatory frameworks, and dispute mechanisms in Korea, drawing on the Physical Education Act (체육진흥법), the Sports Industry Promotion Act (스포츠산업진흥법), the Act on the Prevention of Sports Violence and Sexual Abuse (스포츠 폭력·성폭력 방지에 관한 법률), and relevant judicial precedents.
1. Regulatory Framework for Sports in Korea
Korean sports law is administered primarily by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST, 문화체육관광부) and delegated bodies such as:
- Korea Sports Council (대한체육회) — governs amateur and Olympic sports federations
- Korea Professional Sports Association (한국프로스포츠협회) — oversees professional leagues
- Korea Anti-Doping Agency (한국도핑방지위원회, KADA) — anti-doping enforcement aligned with WADA
- Individual sports federations (football, baseball, basketball, esports)
Athlete contracts must comply with each federation's rules, as well as general provisions of the Civil Act (민법) and Labor Standards Act (근로기준법) where an employment relationship exists.
2. Athlete Contracts: Key Provisions Under Korean Law
2.1 Nature of the Relationship
The legal classification of an athlete's relationship with a club or team is critical. In most professional sports, the athlete is classified as an employee (근로자) under the Labor Standards Act, entitling them to minimum wage protections, severance pay, and unfair dismissal protections. However, some contracts — particularly for foreign athletes or individual sports professionals — may be structured as independent contracts (도급 또는 위임계약), which carry different rights and obligations.
Korean courts assess the actual substance of the relationship, not merely the contractual label. Factors include exclusivity, work hour control, equipment provision, and economic dependency. Foreign athletes should seek legal counsel to determine which regime applies to their specific arrangement.
2.2 Standard Contract Requirements
Under regulations of major Korean leagues (e.g., K-League Rules, KBO Uniform Player Contract), standard athlete contracts must include:
- Term and renewal conditions
- Compensation structure (base salary, signing bonus, performance bonuses)
- Transfer and loan provisions
- Training and match obligations
- Injury and insurance provisions
- Termination grounds and notice periods
- Governing law and dispute resolution clauses
Contracts deviating materially from league-mandated templates may be voided or modified by the relevant governing body or Korean courts.
2.3 Image Rights and Personality Rights
Korean law protects an athlete's personality rights (인격권) including name, likeness, and image under the Civil Act and the Copyright Act (저작권법). Image rights — distinct from employment obligations — must be separately negotiated and licensed. Korean clubs increasingly seek broad image rights licenses in player contracts, including social media and commercial endorsements, but athletes retain moral rights that cannot be fully waived.
Foreign athletes entering Korean markets should ensure image rights provisions are clearly delineated, with separate compensation, territorial scope (Korea-only vs. global), and duration specified.
3. Transfer Regulations and Foreign Player Quotas
Korean professional leagues impose foreign player quotas that directly affect contract negotiations:
| League | Foreign Player Limit | Notes |
|---|
| K-League 1 (Football) | 5 registered, 4 per match | 1 Asian quota slot available |
| KBO (Baseball) | 2 foreign players per team | Strict enforcement; pitchers and position players counted separately historically |
| KBL (Basketball) | 2 foreign players per team | One must be from a non-NBA country under recent regulations |
| V-League (Volleyball) | 1–2 foreign players per team | Varies by gender league |
| LCK (Esports) | 1 foreign player per team | Governed by Riot Games global rules |
Transfer fees are governed by league rules and, for football, FIFA's Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP) as adopted in Korea. The Korea Football Association (대한축구협회, KFA) manages transfer registrations through FIFA's Transfer Matching System (TMS).
4. Esports Contracts: A Special Category
Korea is the global birthplace of professional esports, with the League of Legends Champions Korea (LCK) serving as the most prestigious league in the world. The Esports Promotion Act (이스포츠진흥에관한법률) provides a basic framework, but athlete protections in esports have lagged behind traditional sports.
Key concerns for esports athletes under Korean law include:
- Contract duration caps: Standard LCK contracts are typically 1–2 years. Multi-year agreements require careful drafting to avoid restraint-of-trade issues.
- Stream and content rights: Personal streaming revenue and YouTube income are often contested territory in esports contracts.
- IP ownership of in-game achievements: Items, accounts, and in-game statistics are generally owned by the game publisher (e.g., Riot Games), not the player.
- Non-compete clauses: Restrictions on joining rival teams must comply with the Unfair Competition Prevention and Trade Secret Protection Act (부정경쟁방지 및 영업비밀보호에 관한 법률) — overly broad restrictions may be unenforceable.
5. Anti-Doping Obligations
Korea is a signatory to the World Anti-Doping Code via KADA. The Physical Education Act Article 34-2 mandates anti-doping compliance for all registered athletes. Violations may result in suspension, disqualification, and — for foreign athletes — potential visa complications.
Foreign athletes subject to testing in Korea must ensure their club provides adequate notice of testing protocols and that therapeutic use exemptions (TUEs) for legitimate medications are properly filed with KADA before competition.
6. Dispute Resolution in Korean Sports
Athlete-club disputes may be resolved through several mechanisms:
6.1 Korea Sports Council Dispute Settlement
The Korea Sports Council operates a Sports Ethics Center (스포츠윤리센터) established under the 2020 Sports Violence Prevention Act, handling cases of abuse, harassment, and ethical violations. However, contractual disputes typically fall outside this body's jurisdiction.
6.2 Korea Commercial Arbitration Board (KCAB)
The KCAB (대한상사중재원) is the primary arbitral body for sports contract disputes. Many K-League and esports contracts include KCAB arbitration clauses. KCAB arbitration is faster than litigation and awards are enforceable internationally under the New York Convention.
6.3 Court Litigation
Parties may litigate before Korean courts. The Seoul Central District Court handles most high-value sports disputes. Korean courts generally enforce league-mandated standard contracts while scrutinizing one-sided clauses under Civil Act Article 103 (contrary to public policy).
6.4 FIFA/CAS (Football)
For international football disputes, the FIFA Dispute Resolution Chamber (DRC) and Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) remain available to foreign players in Korean clubs, subject to FIFA RSTP compliance.
7. Sports Violence and Athlete Protection
Following high-profile cases of abuse in Korean sports (particularly in figure skating and speed skating), Korea enacted the Act on the Prevention of Sports Violence and Sexual Abuse (2020). This law:
- Established the Sports Ethics Center as an independent investigative body
- Mandated mandatory reporting obligations for coaches and officials
- Provided protected status for athlete whistleblowers
- Imposed criminal penalties of up to 5 years imprisonment for sexual abuse in sports
Foreign athletes experiencing abuse in Korea may file complaints directly with the Sports Ethics Center or Korean police, regardless of their nationality or visa status.
8. Taxation of Athlete Income in Korea
Foreign athletes working in Korea are subject to Korean income tax on Korea-source income. The standard withholding tax rate for non-resident individuals is 20% on employment income (plus local income tax of 2%), unless reduced by a tax treaty. Korea has tax treaties with over 90 countries, many reducing the rate to 10–15%.
Signing bonuses paid to foreign athletes may be classified as either employment income or service fees, with different withholding implications. Image rights royalties are typically taxed at 20% unless treaty-reduced. Athletes should obtain Korean tax advice before signing contracts to optimize structuring.
📌 Official References
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Can a foreign athlete void a Korean sports contract if it was not explained in their native language?
Korean law does not automatically void contracts for lack of translation. However, if a party can demonstrate they did not understand material terms due to language barriers, courts may apply principles of good faith under Civil Act Article 2 to provide relief. It is strongly advisable that foreign athletes obtain independent legal translation and counsel before signing.
Q2: What happens if a Korean club refuses to release a player after contract expiration?
Upon contract expiration, clubs must issue a formal release certificate. Failure to do so may constitute an unfair restriction on employment. Players may seek a court injunction or KCAB emergency arbitration. For football players, FIFA's DRC provides an additional remedy.
Q3: Are performance bonuses legally enforceable in Korea?
Yes, provided they are clearly documented in the contract with objective, measurable criteria. Vague bonus clauses ("at the club's discretion") may be unenforceable. Korean courts require contracts to be sufficiently definite in their terms (Civil Act Article 105).
Q4: Can a Korean club unilaterally reduce an athlete's salary due to poor performance?
No — unilateral salary reduction without the athlete's consent constitutes a violation of the Labor Standards Act and the employment contract. Clubs must renegotiate in good faith or initiate termination procedures with proper notice and severance.
Q5: How are disputes between foreign esports athletes and Korean organizations resolved?
Most LCK team agreements include Korean governing law and KCAB arbitration clauses. Foreign athletes can participate in arbitration from abroad via video conference. Riot Games also maintains its own dispute process for LCK-related matters through the Summoner's Code and competitive rules.
Q6: What visa do foreign athletes need to work in Korea?
Professional athletes typically require an E-6 (Artistic and Recreational Activities) visa, issued by the Korean Immigration Service. Esports athletes also use E-6. The sponsoring club must submit documentation to Korean immigration authorities. Certain high-profile athletes may qualify for other visa categories depending on contractual arrangements.
Q7: Are non-compete clauses in Korean sports contracts enforceable?
Non-compete clauses are enforceable but subject to reasonableness review. Korean courts consider duration (generally 1–2 years maximum), geographic scope, the protectable interest of the club, and compensation paid for the restriction. Overly broad non-competes — particularly in esports — have been challenged and narrowed by Korean arbitrators and courts.
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📋 韩国法律解析 | 体育法
作者：NOH UJIN 律师 | HANBYOL LAW LLC，首尔
韩国体育法与运动员合同：外籍运动员及俱乐部完全指南
韩国体育产业已发展成为数十亿美元的生态系统，由全球知名的K联赛（足球）、KBO（棒球）、KBL（篮球）、LCK（电竞）等联赛驱动。对于进入韩国市场的外籍运动员、经纪人、俱乐部和投资者而言，了解韩国体育法——从运动员合同和肖像权到争议解决和反兴奋剂法规——至关重要。
1. 韩国体育监管框架
韩国体育法主要由文化体育观光部（문화체육관광부）管理，下设机构包括：
- 大韩体育会（대한체육회）——管理业余及奥林匹克运动联合会
- 韩国职业体育协会（한국프로스포츠협회）——监管职业联赛
- 韩国反兴奋剂机构（KADA）——依照世界反兴奋剂机构（WADA）规定执法
2. 运动员合同的核心条款
韩国职业体育合同须符合各联赛规则以及《劳动基准法》（근로기준법）的相关规定（如适用雇佣关系）。标准合同应包含：合同期限与续约条件、薪酬结构（基本工资、签约奖金、绩效奖金）、转会与租借条款、伤病与保险规定以及终止条款。
3. 肖像权与人格权
韩国法律依据《民法》和《著作权法》保护运动员的人格权（인격권），包括姓名、肖像和形象。肖像权须独立谈判与许可，运动员保留不可完全放弃的精神权利。外籍运动员应确保合同中明确规定肖像权的范围、单独报酬及有效期限。
4. 外籍运动员名额限制
| 联赛 | 外援限额 | 备注 |
|---|
| K联赛1（足球） | 注册5人，上场4人 | 设1个亚洲名额 |
| KBO（棒球） | 每队2名 | 严格执行 |
| KBL（篮球） | 每队2名 | 1名须来自非NBA国家 |
| LCK（电竞） | 每队1名 | 适用Riot Games全球规则 |
5. 反兴奋剂义务
韩国依据《体育振兴法》第34条之2严格执行反兴奋剂规定，所有注册运动员须遵守KADA的测试要求。在韩国接受检测的外籍运动员必须提前向KADA申请合规药物的治疗豁免（TUE）。
6. 体育争议解决
运动员与俱乐部之间的合同纠纷主要通过以下方式解决：
- 韩国商事仲裁院（KCAB）——主要仲裁机构，裁决在国际上可执行
- 法院诉讼——首尔中央地方法院处理高价值体育纠纷
- FIFA DRC / 国际体育仲裁院（CAS）——适用于国际足球纠纷
7. 外籍运动员所得税
在韩工作的外籍运动员须就韩国来源收入缴纳个人所得税，非居民标准预扣税率为20%（加2%地方税），税收协定可能降低税率。运动员在签署合同前应咨询韩国税务律师。
📌 官方参考资料
常见问题解答（FAQ）
Q1：外籍运动员可以因合同未以母语说明而解除合同吗？
韩国法律不会仅因缺乏翻译而自动撤销合同，但若当事人能证明因语言障碍未能理解重要条款，法院可能依据《民法》第2条善意原则提供救济。强烈建议外籍运动员在签约前获得独立法律翻译和咨询。
Q2：合同到期后俱乐部拒绝放行怎么办？
合同到期后，俱乐部必须出具正式的解除证明。拒绝出具可能构成不当限制就业。运动员可向法院申请禁令或向KCAB申请紧急仲裁。足球运动员还可通过FIFA DRC寻求救济。
Q3：韩国职业运动员合同中的绩效奖金具有法律约束力吗？
是的，前提是合同中明确记录了客观、可量化的标准。含糊的奖金条款（如"由俱乐部自行决定"）可能无法执行。韩国法院要求合同条款足够明确（《民法》第105条）。
Q4：俱乐部可以以表现不佳为由单方面削减运动员薪资吗？
不可以。在未获运动员同意的情况下单方面削减薪资违反《劳动基准法》及劳动合同。俱乐部必须善意重新谈判，或按规定通知期限和遣散费启动解约程序。
Q5：外籍电竞运动员与韩国战队之间的纠纷如何解决？
大多数LCK协议包含韩国准据法和KCAB仲裁条款。外籍运动员可通过视频会议在海外参与仲裁。Riot Games通过其竞技规则也维护自己的LCK相关纠纷处理程序。
Q6：外籍运动员在韩国工作需要什么签证？
职业运动员通常需要E-6（艺术及娱乐活动）签证。电竞运动员也适用E-6签证。赞助俱乐部须向韩国出入境管理局提交相关文件。
Q7：韩国体育合同中的竞业禁止条款可以执行吗？
竞业禁止条款可以执行，但须经过合理性审查。法院考虑期限（一般不超过1-2年）、地理范围、俱乐部的可保护利益以及为该限制支付的补偿。过于宽泛的竞业禁止条款（尤其在电竞领域）已被韩国仲裁员和法院质疑并缩减。
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韓国スポーツ法と選手契約：外国人選手およびクラブのための完全ガイド
韓国のスポーツ産業は、Kリーグ（サッカー）、KBO（野球）、KBL（バスケットボール）、LCK（eスポーツ）などのリーグを中心に、数十億ドル規模のエコシステムへと成長しました。韓国市場に参入する外国人選手、エージェント、クラブ、投資家にとって、選手契約から肖像権、紛争解決、アンチ・ドーピング規制に至るまで、韓国スポーツ法を理解することは不可欠です。
1. 韓国スポーツの規制枠組み
韓国のスポーツ法は主に文化体育観光部（문화체육관광부）が管理し、以下の機関が所管しています：
- 大韓体育会（대한체육회）——アマチュア・オリンピックスポーツ連盟を統括
- 韓国プロスポーツ協会（한국프로스포츠협회）——プロリーグを監督
- 韓国アンチ・ドーピング機構（KADA）——WADA基準に準拠した反ドーピング執行
2. 選手契約の主要条項
韓国職業スポーツの選手契約は、各リーグのルールと「労働基準法（근로기준법）」（雇用関係が認められる場合）に準拠する必要があります。標準契約には次の事項が含まれます：契約期間と更新条件、報酬体系（基本給・サインオンボーナス・成績連動ボーナス）、移籍・レンタル条項、負傷・保険条項、解約条件と通知期間。
3. 肖像権と人格権
韓国法は民法および著作権法に基づき、選手の人格権（인격권）（氏名・肖像・イメージを含む）を保護しています。肖像権は雇用義務とは別に交渉・ライセンス契約を締結する必要があり、選手は完全には放棄できない著作者人格権を保持します。
4. 外国人選手枠
| リーグ | 外国人枠 | 備考 |
|---|
| Kリーグ1（サッカー） | 登録5名、出場4名 | アジア枠1名あり |
| KBO（野球） | 1チーム2名 | 厳格に運用 |
| KBL（バスケットボール） | 1チーム2名 | 1名はNBA非加盟国出身 |
| LCK（eスポーツ） | 1チーム1名 | Riotグローバルルール適用 |
5. 反ドーピング義務
韓国は「体育振興法」第34条の2に基づき、すべての登録選手にKADAへの反ドーピング遵守を義務付けています。韓国でテスト対象となる外国人選手は、合法的な薬物の治療使用除外（TUE）を競技前にKADAへ申請する必要があります。
6. スポーツ紛争解決
選手とクラブ間の契約紛争は以下の方法で解決されます：
- 韓国商事仲裁院（KCAB）——主要仲裁機関、判断はニューヨーク条約で国際的に執行可能
- 裁判所訴訟——ソウル中央地方裁判所が高額スポーツ紛争を管轄
- FIFA DRC・CAS——国際サッカー紛争に利用可能
7. 外国人選手の所得税
韓国で就労する外国人選手は韓国源泉所得に対して課税されます。非居住者の標準源泉徴収税率は20%（地方税2%加算）ですが、租税条約により軽減される場合があります。
📌 公式参考資料
よくある質問（FAQ）
Q1：母国語で説明されなかった場合、契約を無効にできますか？
韓国法は翻訳がないだけで契約を自動的に無効にしません。ただし、言語障壁により重要な条項を理解できなかったことを証明できれば、民法第2条の信義誠実原則に基づき救済を受けられる場合があります。
Q2：契約満了後にクラブが選手を放出しない場合はどうすればよいですか？
契約満了後、クラブは正式な放出証明書を発行しなければなりません。拒否した場合は不当な就労制限となり、選手は裁判所に差し止め命令またはKCAB緊急仲裁を申請できます。
Q3：成績ボーナスは法的に執行可能ですか？
契約書に客観的・測定可能な基準が明記されていれば執行可能です。「クラブの裁量で」などの曖昧な条項は執行できない場合があります。
Q4：クラブは成績不振を理由に一方的に給与を減額できますか？
いいえ。選手の同意なく一方的に給与を減額することは労働基準法および雇用契約に違反します。
Q5：外国人eスポーツ選手と韓国チームの紛争はどのように解決されますか？
多くのLCK契約には韓国法と KCAB仲裁条款が含まれており、外国人選手はビデオ会議を通じて海外から仲裁に参加できます。
Q6：外国人選手が韓国で働くために必要なビザは何ですか？
職業選手は通常E-6（芸術・娯楽活動）ビザが必要です。eスポーツ選手もE-6ビザを使用します。
Q7：競業避止条項は韓国で執行できますか？
執行可能ですが、合理性の審査を受けます。裁判所は期間（通常最大1〜2年）、地理的範囲、クラブの保護可能な利益、および制限に対して支払われた補償を考慮します。
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La industria deportiva de Corea del Sur ha crecido hasta convertirse en un ecosistema de miles de millones de dólares, impulsado por ligas reconocidas mundialmente como la K-League (fútbol), KBO (béisbol), KBL (baloncesto) y LCK (deportes electrónicos). Para los atletas extranjeros, agentes, clubes e inversores que ingresan a este mercado, entender la legislación deportiva coreana es imprescindible.
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- Consejo Deportivo de Corea (대한체육회)——rige las federaciones deportivas amateur y olímpicas
- Asociación Coreana de Deportes Profesionales——supervisa las ligas profesionales
- Agencia Antidopaje de Corea (KADA)——aplicación antidopaje alineada con la WADA
2. Contratos de Atletas: Disposiciones Clave
Los contratos de atletas en el deporte profesional coreano deben cumplir con las reglas de cada liga y con la Ley de Normas Laborales cuando existe una relación laboral. Los contratos estándar deben incluir: duración y condiciones de renovación, estructura de compensación, disposiciones de traspaso y préstamo, cláusulas de lesión y seguro, y condiciones de rescisión.
3. Derechos de Imagen y Derechos de Personalidad
La legislación coreana protege los derechos de personalidad (인격권) del atleta, incluyendo nombre, imagen y semejanza. Los derechos de imagen deben negociarse y licenciarse por separado. Los atletas extranjeros deben asegurarse de que las disposiciones sobre derechos de imagen estén claramente delimitadas en sus contratos.
4. Cuotas de Jugadores Extranjeros
| Liga | Límite de Extranjeros | Notas |
|---|
| K-League 1 (Fútbol) | 5 registrados, 4 por partido | 1 cupo asiático disponible |
| KBO (Béisbol) | 2 por equipo | Aplicación estricta |
| KBL (Baloncesto) | 2 por equipo | 1 debe ser de país no NBA |
| LCK (Esports) | 1 por equipo | Reglas globales de Riot Games |
5. Obligaciones Antidopaje
Corea aplica estrictamente las normas antidopaje según el Artículo 34-2 de la Ley de Educación Física para todos los atletas registrados. Los atletas extranjeros sometidos a pruebas en Corea deben asegurarse de obtener las exenciones de uso terapéutico (TUE) para medicamentos legítimos antes de la competición.
6. Resolución de Disputas Deportivas
- KCAB (Junta de Arbitraje Comercial de Corea)——principal organismo arbitral
- Litigación judicial——Tribunal de Distrito Central de Seúl para disputas de alto valor
- FIFA DRC / TAS——disponible para disputas internacionales de fútbol
7. Tributación de Ingresos de Atletas
Los atletas extranjeros que trabajan en Corea están sujetos al impuesto sobre la renta coreano sobre ingresos de fuente coreana. La tasa estándar de retención para no residentes es del 20% (más 2% de impuesto local), sujeta a reducción por tratados fiscales.
📌 Referencias Oficiales
Preguntas Frecuentes (FAQ)
P1: ¿Puede un atleta extranjero anular un contrato deportivo coreano si no fue explicado en su idioma nativo?
La ley coreana no anula automáticamente los contratos por falta de traducción. Sin embargo, si una parte puede demostrar que no entendió los términos materiales debido a barreras idiomáticas, los tribunales pueden aplicar el principio de buena fe. Se recomienda encarecidamente obtener asesoramiento jurídico independiente antes de firmar.
P2: ¿Qué ocurre si un club coreano se niega a liberar a un jugador tras el vencimiento del contrato?
Tras el vencimiento del contrato, los clubes deben emitir un certificado de liberación formal. La negativa puede constituir una restricción injusta al empleo. Los jugadores pueden solicitar una orden judicial o un arbitraje de emergencia ante la KCAB.
P3: ¿Son legalmente ejecutables las bonificaciones por rendimiento en Corea?
Sí, siempre que estén claramente documentadas en el contrato con criterios objetivos y medibles. Las cláusulas de bonificación vagas pueden no ser ejecutables según el Artículo 105 del Código Civil.
P4: ¿Puede un club coreano reducir unilateralmente el salario de un atleta por mal rendimiento?
No. La reducción salarial unilateral sin el consentimiento del atleta constituye una violación de la Ley de Normas Laborales y del contrato de trabajo.
P5: ¿Cómo se resuelven las disputas entre atletas extranjeros de esports y organizaciones coreanas?
La mayoría de los contratos de LCK incluyen la ley coreana como ley aplicable y cláusulas de arbitraje ante la KCAB. Los atletas extranjeros pueden participar en el arbitraje desde el extranjero mediante videoconferencia.
P6: ¿Qué visa necesitan los atletas extranjeros para trabajar en Corea?
Los atletas profesionales generalmente requieren una visa E-6 (Actividades Artísticas y Recreativas). Los atletas de esports también utilizan la visa E-6.
P7: ¿Son ejecutables las cláusulas de no competencia en los contratos deportivos coreanos?
Las cláusulas de no competencia son ejecutables pero están sujetas a revisión de razonabilidad. Los tribunales consideran la duración (generalmente máximo 1-2 años), el alcance geográfico, el interés protegible del club y la compensación pagada por la restricción.
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