The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) has warned Jumbo-Visma, Soudal Fast-Step and another groups concerned or affected by a merger or take-over, that they have to adjust to the UCI guidelines and rules and respect any present contracts with riders and group employees.
In a tersely written press launch, the worldwide governing physique stated contract compliance was of “prime significance to the UCI.”
The UCI additionally warned that Jumbo-Visma’s and Soudal Fast-Step’s WorldTour licence might be “re-evaluated at any time.”
In addition they made it clear that riders in a group that has been taken over by one other group are solely free from any present contracts after October 19, when the UCI points a press launch of the checklist of groups which have submitted the important info for 2024 registration.
“This press launch will open the chance for riders belonging to groups not included on the checklist to affix one other group, with out giving prior discover or paying compensation, in accordance with the provisions contained in the usual contract,” the UCI defined.
They added that “any important change in a group’s scenario should be duly reported in the course of the upcoming registration process so it may be assessed, in accordance with the UCI Laws.”
The UCI stated it might publish an preliminary checklist of the groups which have requested WorldTeam and ProTeam registration on October 19, with a remaining determination due on December 12.
The UCI additionally clarified that if one group folded and didn’t register or be taken over for the 2024 season, then simply 17 groups can be given WorldTour standing for 2024 and 2025. Because of this, the variety of ProTeams which are mechanically invited to UCI WorldTour occasions would additionally enhance.