Financial Agreement Reached Between Hapoel Be’er Sheva and Deportivo Saprissa Regarding Jimmy Marin

Overview of the Agreement

Hapoel Be’er Sheva has reached a financial agreement with Costa Rican club Deportivo Saprissa concerning player Jimmy Marin, according to reports from Costa Rican outlet ‘TICO.’ The deal, which was finalized in recent days, stipulates that Saprissa will pay Be’er Sheva approximately $430,000 by July 15, 2025.

Compensation Breakdown

The payment is a compensation related to Marin’s transfer history. The player, who left Saprissa in 2022 to join the Russian club FC Orenburg, sparked a legal dispute surrounding the transfer process. If Saprissa fails to meet the payment deadline, they will incur an additional penalty of 8% of the total owed amount for each week of delay.

The financial agreement includes:

• A base compensation of $375,000.
• An annual interest rate of 5% applicable since 2022.
• Legal expenses arising from the case brought before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).

CAS Ruling and Implications

On May 1, 2025, CAS ruled that Saprissa is obligated to compensate Be’er Sheva, emphasizing that there was no formal transfer but rather the activation of a release clause by FC Orenburg. This action resulted in financial damage to the Israeli club.

This resolution marks a significant step forward for Hapoel Be’er Sheva in recouping losses related to the controversial transfer of Jimmy Marin, a player whose move has indeed stirred considerable debate within the football community.

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