Emiliano Sala was scheduled to make a club-record move to Cardiff from Nantes in January of 2019, but he perished in a private jet crash over the English Channel in 2019. Cardiff are suing agent Willie McKay to obtain evidence regarding his involvement in the sale.
On the eve of their first day of hearing, Cardiff City and football agent Willie McKay have come to an out-of-court deal about his involvement in the 2019 Emiliano Sala sale.
As previously revealed by Sky Sports News, Cardiff are suing McKay to get details concerning his involvement in the Sala trade.
During the January transfer window, Sala was scheduled to complete a club-record price to Cardiff from Nantes; however, he passed away when his private plane crashed over the English Channel.
As previously revealed by Sky Sports News, McKay and his son set up Sala’s private jet.
Cardiff initiated legal actions in June 2023 against Nantes in France, requesting compensation for the sale. The club also attempted to sue McKay in order to acquire insight into his role in the deal.
A person familiar with the matter says Cardiff contends that Sala’s presence would have prevented the club’s relegation and is suing for damages for revenue lost as a result of the drop.
Cardiff disputes Nantes’ assertion that McKay was not involved in the move as part of the legal processes in France.
An out-of-court arrangement between the parties resulted in the cancellation of the hearing that was scheduled for February 8, according to information obtained by Sky Sports News.
The agreement’s terms are kept private.
Last week, Sky Sports News was there at a preliminary hearing where McKay was unable to get the proceedings postponed.
A statement from Willie McKay said: “Out of respect for the family of Emiliano Sala, I felt it was necessary to confirm that Cardiff City FC have reached an agreement with me regarding their claim against Nantes FC.
“I have, throughout this process, provided evidence to assist the Dorset Coroner, Dorset Police, Civil Aviation Authority and the Air Accidents Investigation Board and, always acted openly and honestly during all the investigations into the tragic death of Emiliano.
“My family and myself, have endured endless unfounded allegations and accusations, but we have always known that we were innocent of any wrongdoing. Throughout all the above investigations, we have been found to be innocent of any wrongdoing of any kind leading up to the awful events on the 21 January 2019.”
Capital Law, lawyers for Cardiff City, told Sky Sports News: “The club is pleased with the outcome and remains committed to recovering the losses it has suffered as a result of FCN’s negligence.”
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