Bamboutos FC, based in Mbouda, Cameroon, has vehemently refuted claims of financial discrepancies with its players and management, asserting that all bonuses and salaries have been promptly disbursed. The football club, currently grappling with three consecutive defeats in Cameroon’s Elite One, has been marred by accusations of payment defaults, potentially influencing team performance and its playoff prospects for the 2023-2024 season.
In response to mounting criticisms and speculations surrounding alleged salary arrears, Bamboutos FC issued a comprehensive press release to set the record straight.
The club’s management, undeterred by the absence of support from the Cameroonian Football Federation (FECAFOOT), staunchly maintained its commitment to financial transparency and player welfare.
The press release from Bamboutos FC addresses the recent surge of negative attention, attributing it to the club’s unwavering dedication to professionalism, which seemingly conflicted with some vested interests.
The document emphasizes that the club, despite facing challenging circumstances on the field, has consistently adhered to ethical practices, emphasizing its resilience against selfish motives.
Furthermore, the management elucidated that a group of dedicated supporters voluntarily contributed to the financial well-being of the team by independently funding two match bonuses,
each amounting to 1,000,000 FCFA (One million). The administration unequivocally affirmed that, as of the current date, there exist no outstanding financial obligations toward players or managerial staff, encompassing both bonuses and salaries.
Importantly, Bamboutos FC clarified that it has not received any subsidies from FECAFOOT since the conclusion of the 2022-2023 sports season.
In addition, the revenue generated from stadium activities was highlighted as a vital component, constituting a distribution of rights allocated to the team.
As Bamboutos FC navigates a challenging period in the Elite One league, the club’s management remains steadfast in dispelling unfounded rumors, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to financial probity and the well-being of its dedicated players and staff.
