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With around 630 active clients, a portfolio valued at nearly \u20ac1.3 billion ($1.4 billion), and a presence across five continents, CAA Base<\/strong> is far more than a traditional player agency<\/a>. It represents a true career management model in modern soccer <\/strong>and perfectly illustrates the evolution of the sports agent profession<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Let\u2019s now take a closer look at what CAA Base<\/strong> really is, how the agency operates, and which players it represents.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n CAA Base is the soccer division of Creative Artists Agency Sports<\/strong>, itself the sports branch of Creative Artists Agency (CAA), one of the world\u2019s largest entertainment and sports agencies. Based in London, CAA Base specializes in representing professional soccer players<\/strong>, primarily in the Premier League and Europe\u2019s top leagues.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The agency is not limited to player representation<\/strong>. It also supports coaches<\/strong>, sporting directors<\/strong>, and media consultants<\/strong> in managing their careers.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n CAA Base has built its identity around a clear promise: \u201cCommitment to Honesty.<\/strong>\u201d This commitment to honesty and transparency is designed to build long-term trust with the clients it represents.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In 1997, Leon Angel<\/strong>, one of the first agents licensed by the The Football Association (FA) in the United Kingdom, founded Base Soccer Agency<\/strong> in London. His goal was to structure professional player representation as a true business rather than a simple negotiation service.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n From its earliest years, the agency established itself in the Premier League and built strong relationships with clubs and English players.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n During the 2000s and 2010s, the explosion of television rights and the globalization of the transfer market transformed the industry, pushing Base Soccer to adapt its model:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/ul>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n On the eve of its acquisition by CAA, Base Soccer <\/strong>represented more than 300 international players, coaches, and managers, including several starters for the England national team.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In July 2019, CAA Sports acquired Base Soccer Agency<\/strong> as part of its expansion strategy in global soccer.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The transition from Base Soccer to CAA Base <\/strong>marked a new phase for the English organization. The agency retained its London identity and strong Premier League roots while gaining access to the global resources of CAA Sports:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/ul>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n CAA Base operates as a global representation agency<\/strong> that supports soccer players both on and off the field.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The agency offers a comprehensive approach to client management, ranging from career planning to legal support.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n CAA Base\u2019s role<\/strong> extends far beyond negotiating employment contracts.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Its model differs from that of an independent agent through the scale of its resources and its ability to manage complex cases involving multiple countries, clubs, and regulatory frameworks at the same time.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The agency provides clients with support across every aspect of their careers:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n CAA Base<\/strong> plans transfers, advises players on club decisions, and develops long-term strategies tailored to each athlete\u2019s objectives throughout their career.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The agency negotiates every contractual detail, from fixed salaries and performance bonuses to release clauses and extension options.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n CAA Base<\/strong> continuously monitors FIFA and national federation regulations, manages disputes, and ensures every transaction complies with current legal frameworks.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The agency supports clients with wealth structuring, tax optimization, and long-term income management throughout a professional career.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n CAA Base oversees commercial partnerships<\/strong>, social media presence, and media relations to strengthen an athlete\u2019s personal brand beyond on-field performance.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n During transfers, CAA Base <\/strong>assists with housing searches, relocation, and family support, allowing athletes to focus entirely on their profession.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n CAA Base<\/strong> is one of the few major agencies to have invested heavily in representing professional women\u2019s players<\/strong>. As early as the 2010s, the agency represented several England internationals, including Fran Kirby and Georgia Stanway, both of whom took part in the 2019 FIFA Women\u2019s World Cup with England.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n This positioning reflects the growth of women\u2019s soccer and distinguishes the agency from many competitors that were slower to invest in the sector.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Leon Angel <\/strong>remains Head of Soccer and Registered Intermediary for the agency. A longstanding figure in Premier League player representation, he is one of the few sports agents whose name is associated with building an institution rather than simply managing a client portfolio.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Frank Trimboli<\/strong>, co-director of the agency, was nominated for the \u201cAgent of the Year\u201d award at the Globe Soccer Awards in 2025, a distinction recognizing some of the most influential professionals in global soccer.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n CAA Base represents around 630 active clients<\/strong>, nearly 210 of whom compete in major leagues. The agency\u2019s portfolio includes Premier League players, Championship players, and international talent competing across several European and South American leagues.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Among the agency\u2019s most prominent clients are several current Premier League stars.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cole Palmer,<\/strong> Chelsea winger and England international, is one of the leading names in the CAA Base portfolio<\/strong>. Signed by Chelsea in 2023 for around \u20ac45 million<\/strong> ($50 million) from Manchester City F.C., he quickly established himself as one of the Premier League\u2019s most productive players.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Eberechi Eze, now an Arsenal F.C. player and England international, is another major profile represented by the agency. After emerging at Crystal Palace F.C., he joined the London club in a transfer worth around \u20ac70 million<\/strong> ($75 million). The agency supported him throughout his progression to the highest level.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Mois\u00e9s Caicedo, Chelsea\u2019s Ecuadorian midfielder, is one of the most expensive players ever transferred at his position. His move from Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. to Chelsea F.C. in 2023 was completed for around \u20ac115 million <\/strong>($125 million). The deal illustrates the agency\u2019s ability to manage negotiations on a very large scale.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n CAA Base also stands out through its representation of coaches and sporting directors<\/strong>, a strategic area in modern professional soccer.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Carlo Ancelotti is represented by CAA Base<\/strong>. The current Brazil head coach and former Real Madrid CF manager is widely regarded as one of the greatest coaches in soccer history. He notably holds the record for the most victories in European club competitions, with 116 wins. His presence in the agency\u2019s portfolio reflects CAA Base\u2019s ambitions in elite-level coach representation.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n After transitioning into coaching following a top-level playing career, Frank Lampard <\/strong>managed Derby County F.C., Chelsea F.C., and Everton F.C..<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Since November 2024, he has served as head coach of Coventry City F.C. in the Championship. He guided the club to promotion for the 2026\u201327 Premier League season, Coventry\u2019s first return to the top flight since 2001.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Represented by CAA Base<\/strong>, Frank Lampard illustrates the agency\u2019s ability to support complex career transitions, from iconic player to professional coach.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The implementation of the FFAR (FIFA Football Agent Regulations)<\/a> in January 2023 significantly changed how the representation industry operates. Adopted by FIFA after several years of consultation, the regulations aim to increase market transparency and better regulate conflicts of interest.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The FFAR notably introduced caps on the commissions agents may receive during transactions:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/ul>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n CAA Base is among the agencies involved in legal challenges against certain FFAR provisions<\/strong>, particularly those related to commission caps.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n This opposition, led by several major industry players, highlights the tensions between FIFA\u2019s regulatory ambitions and the economic interests of representation agencies.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n![\"CAA](\"https:\/\/cdn.fifa.sportsagentinstitute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/05103712\/crea-caa-base-1-1024x632.webp\")
<\/figure>\nWhat Is CAA Base?<\/h2>\n
From Base Soccer to CAA Base: The Story of a Leading Agency<\/h2>\n
The International Expansion of Base Soccer<\/h3>\n
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The Acquisition by CAA Sports and the Birth of CAA Base<\/h3>\n
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How Does CAA Base Operate?<\/h2>\n
The Structure of CAA Base: A Global Representation Model<\/h3>\n
Career Management<\/h3>\n
Contract Negotiation<\/h3>\n
Legal Support<\/h3>\n
Financial and Tax Advice<\/h3>\n
Image Development<\/h3>\n
Personal Support<\/h3>\n
CAA Base\u2019s Strong Position in Women\u2019s Soccer<\/h2>\n
Key Agents: Leon Angel and Frank Trimboli<\/h3>\n
The Players Represented by CAA Base<\/h2>\n
Cole Palmer<\/h3>\n
![\"Cole](\"https:\/\/cdn.fifa.sportsagentinstitute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/29121302\/cole-palmer-1024x632.webp\")
<\/figure>\nEberechi Eze<\/h3>\n
![\"Eberechi](\"https:\/\/cdn.fifa.sportsagentinstitute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/29121537\/eberechi-eze-1024x632.webp\")
<\/figure>\nMois\u00e9s Caicedo<\/h3>\n
![\"Mois\u00e9s](\"https:\/\/cdn.fifa.sportsagentinstitute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/29121620\/moises-caicedo-1024x632.webp\")
<\/figure>\nCAA Base and the Representation of Professional Coaches<\/h3>\n
Carlo Ancelotti<\/h4>\n
![\"Carlo](\"https:\/\/cdn.fifa.sportsagentinstitute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/29121655\/carlo-ancelotti-1024x632.webp\")
<\/figure>\nFrank Lampard<\/h4>\n
![\"Frank](\"https:\/\/cdn.fifa.sportsagentinstitute.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/29121735\/frank-lampard-1024x632.webp\")
<\/figure>\nCAA Base and FIFA Regulations<\/h2>\n
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CAA Base and the Legal Challenge to the FFAR<\/h3>\n