DR Congo club FC MK expelled over Silas Katompa transfer dispute

FC MK have been expelled from the DR Congo national championship following a financial dispute linked to the transfer of Silas Katompa, the Linafoot confirmed on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

The Kinshasa-based club has been permanently excluded from the 31st edition of the top-flight league after repeatedly failing to settle a payment issue with Étoile Sportive La Grâce.

The case concerns unpaid solidarity compensation related to the transfer of Silas Katompa, a matter that has remained unresolved since September 2025 despite several ultimatums from the federation.

The decision marks a severe sanction from Linafoot, reflecting the governing body’s firm stance on financial compliance.

According to the ruling, FC MK had been given multiple opportunities to regularise the situation but failed to meet the required deadlines.

Financially, the penalties are significant. The league’s management commission has ordered the club’s president to immediately pay €80,000, representing a share of the €200,000 received from a previous transfer.

This amount is in addition to other fines and outstanding payments, further compounding the club’s difficulties.

The sporting consequences are equally severe. All recent matches involving FC MK, including fixtures against FC Renaissance, Bukavu Dawa, Céleste FC and AC Rangers, have been converted into 3-0 forfeits.

Furthermore, the official statement confirms that the club will forfeit all remaining matches for the 2025-2026 season.

The ruling, issued by the national secretariat of Linafoot, is immediately enforceable and carries no suspensive appeal. This effectively ends FC MK’s participation in the current campaign and significantly impacts the league standings.

By imposing such a decisive punishment, Congolese football authorities have underlined their determination to enforce financial regulations.

The case sends a strong message to clubs across the top division that compliance with financial obligations and federation directives is mandatory, with serious consequences for those who fail to adhere.