Player ownership under the spotlight

The most expensive football transfer in Irish history was agreed on Friday. Understandably, you may have missed it.

Ricky Van Wolfswinkel is a Dutch international and he is moving from Lisbon to Norwich, but nevertheless the deal involves a business based in Dublin.

Quality Football Ireland (QFI) is one of several funds set up over the past few years to invest in players.

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