How to Find a Reliable Football Agent in 2025

Find a reliable football agent: criteria, checks, contract, remuneration. The FootNation how-to guide.

12/10/2025 6 by minby FootNation Team

Having a good agent can transform a career.Here are the criteria for finding a reliable agent and avoiding scams.

Check the license

Any agent must be licensed by the FFF (in France) or FIFA. Systematically ask for the license number and check on the official website.

No payment before signing

An honest agent does not ask for any advance. His remuneration is a percentage of the contracts signed (usually 5 to 10%).

The clear contract

The mandate must be written, dated, time-limited and specify the obligations of each party.

Network and References

Ask the players represented, the clubs with whom the agent works, and contact former players if possible.

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