However, West Bromwich Albion responded swiftly, stating that Anelka’s termination of the contract via social media is not valid as it did not follow the established legal process outlined in the contract. The club listed the conditions that Anelka was asked to meet, including apologizing for his actions on December 28th and accepting a significant fine. They also stated that they consider Anelka’s actions on that day and his alleged breach of contract announced on social media as a serious fault, resulting in them giving him a fourteen-day notice of termination as required by his contract.
The dispute between Anelka and West Bromwich Albion seems to be at an impasse, indicating a definitive end to their relationship. As for Anelka’s future, at 35 years old, it remains uncertain whether he will retire from professional football or seek opportunities elsewhere.