The effects of the Bosman-case on the professional football leagues with special regard to the top-five leagues

The thesis examines the impact of the Bosman ruling on European football, particularly focusing on how it transformed player recruitment and competition within the top five leagues: England, Italy, Spain, Germany, and France. Highlighting a pivotal moment when Energie Cottbus fielded 11 non-German players, it underscores the significant shift towards a more international player base in clubs. The research aims to analyze these changes, revealing the broader implications for the structure and dynamics of soccer in Europe post-Bosman.