Former Highlanders head coach Pieter De Jongh has officially filed a case against the Bulawayo giants with FIFA over outstanding payments allegedly owed to him from his spell at the club.
De Jongh, who took charge on a short-term deal last season, confirmed that he has initiated legal proceedings through FIFA’s Legal Portal after efforts to resolve the matter amicably reportedly failed.
“I can confirm that I have officially filed a case against Highlanders with FIFA. The proceedings are currently being handled through the FIFA Legal Portal,” De Jongh told Soccer24.
The Dutchman joined Highlanders midway through last season and helped the club survive relegation during his six-month tenure, which ended in December 2025 when his contract expired. However, part of his dues from that period reportedly remain unpaid, prompting him to escalate the issue to the world football governing body.
If FIFA rules in De Jongh’s favour and Highlanders fail to comply with the order, the club could face sanctions such as fines or a possible transfer registration ban — similar to the situation involving former coach Baltemar Brito and his assistant, who previously dragged Bosso to FIFA over unpaid salaries before businessman Wicknell Chivayo intervened to settle the debt.
Highlanders are yet to formally comment on De Jongh’s case.
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