Bayern Munich chief not opposed to salary cap, but thinks it's a longshot

"I consider the introduction of such a restriction desirable, but difficult in light of European legislation. It would be more important for UEFA to consistently implement its existing financial rules, for example, the squad cost rule (only 70 percent of club income can go towards salaries, transfer fees, and agent fees). The actual sanctions catalog is too often circumvented. This catalog includes not only financial but also, and perhaps more importantly, sporting penalties,"

"Bayern Munich chief executive officer Jan-Christian Dreesen can see that the finances of football are spiraling a bit out of control. One common solution to that problem is the implementation of a salary cap, but while Dreesen likes the idea, he also knows there are far too many obstacles to consider it a viable solution."

"The issue is extremely complex and one that would require buy-in from club ownership, players, and lawmakers throughout Europe. In short, it would take a lot of collaboration and a willingness for certain parties to take less money. That, of course, is unlikely to happen."

Jan-Christian Dreesen warned that football finances are spiraling out of control and recognizes a salary cap as a common proposed remedy. He deems a salary cap desirable but legally difficult under European legislation. He urged UEFA to enforce existing financial regulations, citing the squad cost rule that limits wages, transfer fees, and agent fees to 70 percent of income. He said the sanctions catalog is too often circumvented and should include sporting penalties in addition to financial ones. He noted that implementing new limits would require buy-in from owners, players, and lawmakers and likely demand parties accept lower incomes.

Read at Bavarian Football Works