How cybercriminals are intercepting millions in football transfer scams
The summer transfer window of 2026 saw about €8.5 billion changing hands in international deals. However, in such a vast market, millions can vanish due to a single fake email, altered invoice, or fraudulent IBAN. Scammers intercept transfer payments, impersonate agents, or completely fabricate transfers from scratch. Often, money disappears without a trace while the obligations for payment remain intact.