Pathways

Find the route that fits the player.

Three pathways, one first step.

Three destination pathways

Different ambitions. Different routes.

Possible routes, not guaranteed results. A player can move from one to another.

Every route starts here

A player consultation.

Before any pathway, the ID11 team gets to know the player and family: level, position, ambitions and situation. Then we recommend where the player could be in one to two years, and in three to five. Some players are not ready yet, and we will say so.

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Professional football

Identification, scouting and, where a club is interested, recruitment and placement.

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Who it's for
Players whose level, age and profile give them a realistic chance in professional football.
Primary objective
Identification, scouting and, where a club is interested, recruitment and placement.
What ID11 provides
A sporting assessment, scouting, introductions to clubs in the ID11 network, and support through trials and offers.
What the player could experience
Club trials, evaluation periods and, when a club wants to move forward, a contract offer.
Where
Partner clubs in North America, South America, Europe and Asia.
Eligibility
Ability, age, nationality and work-permit rules, each club's requirements and its timing.
How long
No fixed length. It depends on the player, the club and the transfer calendar.
Costs to consider
Discussed in the consultation. Travel to trials and any time at a hub are separate costs.
What happens next
A player consultation, then a sporting review of the player's level.
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Study & Play

A full European season and a bachelor's degree, at the same time.

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Who it's for
Players who want to keep playing at a high level in Europe while earning a degree, and will commit to both.
Primary objective
A full European season and a bachelor's degree, at the same time.
What ID11 provides
The football environment at a hub, a training schedule built around lectures, and introductions to the education partner.
What the player could experience
A season from August to May, a three-year business degree with ISC Paris Business School, and life in a new language.
Where
Paris, with football also possible in Cologne and Spain. Study format by hub is confirmed per student.
Eligibility
ISC Paris decides admission. Academic records, language level and visa rules apply.
How long
Three years for the bachelor's degree. Credits from another university can be submitted for evaluation.
Costs to consider
Tuition is set by the school. Housing, football and living costs are confirmed in writing.
What happens next
A player consultation, then an introduction to admissions.
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Elite academy development

Develop, be evaluated, and prepare for the next step: a trial, Study & Play or a professional route.

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Who it's for
Players ready for an intensive block of training and evaluation in a European academy.
Primary objective
Develop, be evaluated, and prepare for the next step: a trial, Study & Play or a professional route.
What ID11 provides
A place at a partner academy, daily coaching and an honest evaluation at the end of the block.
What the player could experience
Daily training in a European academy environment, with feedback on where the player stands.
Where
Paris, Cologne or Spain.
Eligibility
Selection by ID11 after a sporting review. Places depend on availability.
How long
Blocks of about four, eight or twelve weeks, subject to availability.
Costs to consider
Depends on the hub, the block length and what is included. Confirmed in a written quote.
What happens next
A player consultation and a sporting review.

Side by side

Compare the pathways.

Comparison of the three ID11 pathways
Professional footballStudy & PlayElite academy development
Who it's forPlayers whose level, age and profile give them a realistic chance in professional football.Players who want to keep playing at a high level in Europe while earning a degree, and will commit to both.Players ready for an intensive block of training and evaluation in a European academy.
GoalIdentification, scouting and, where a club is interested, recruitment and placement.A full European season and a bachelor's degree, at the same time.Develop, be evaluated, and prepare for the next step: a trial, Study & Play or a professional route.
WherePartner clubs in North America, South America, Europe and Asia.Paris, with football also possible in Cologne and Spain. Study format by hub is confirmed per student.Paris, Cologne or Spain.
How longNo fixed length. It depends on the player, the club and the transfer calendar.Three years for the bachelor's degree. Credits from another university can be submitted for evaluation.Blocks of about four, eight or twelve weeks, subject to availability.
CostsDiscussed in the consultation. Travel to trials and any time at a hub are separate costs.Tuition is set by the school. Housing, football and living costs are confirmed in writing.Depends on the hub, the block length and what is included. Confirmed in a written quote.

Pathway guide

Which pathway fits me?

Three quick questions for a first suggestion. Only a conversation with the team confirms eligibility.

What is your main goal right now?
What level are you playing at?
Do you want to combine football with university?

Pathway 02 · Education partner

Study & Play.

A full European season and a bachelor's degree at the same time. Not a gap year: a complete pathway.

  • Three-year bachelor's
  • August to May season
  • AACSB & AMBA accredited
  • Internationally transferable credits
AACSB AccreditedAssociation of MBAs (AMBA) Accredited
Player

Trains, plays the season and keeps up with study.

ID11

Runs the football side and fits training around lectures.

Academy

Daily coaching and competition at the hub.

ISC Paris

Admits, teaches and awards the degree.

ID11 does not award qualifications. Admission and credit transfer are decided by the school.

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The process

Four stages, at the player's pace.

  1. IdentifyProfile, position, level and ambitions.
  2. DevelopThe environment that fits the player now.
  3. ConnectIntroductions to clubs, academies and education.
  4. ProgressNext steps, reviewed as the player grows.
The detailed sporting process
  1. Identification and developmentWhere every player starts: who they are, their level and how they are developing.
  2. ScoutingSometimes for a specific position or player group a partner club is looking for.
  3. RecruitmentWhen a partner club around the world wants to recruit the player.
  4. PlacementA trial, a contract offer, or a contract.
  5. Continued growthPlacement is not the end. The player can keep moving within the ID11 network: university, academy or professional.

“We believe it's between five and seven steps, depending on where the player is in their overall journey.”

Shaun Harris Global Sporting Director, ID11 · interview, 01:00

FAQ

Good questions to ask.

ID11 does not guarantee trials, contracts, admission or scholarships.

Find my pathway Club, academy or agent?
What happens after I submit an enquiry?

Our team reviews it and replies by email. We may ask for more detail about your level, age and goals.

Does ID11 guarantee a trial, contract or scholarship?

No. Opportunities depend on the individual, the club or program, and availability. We explain realistic options and do not promise outcomes.

What if professional football is not the right next step?

Study & Play, elite academy development and continued competitive football are all real routes. So is a career beyond football. Every journey is different.

Can I transfer university credits?

Credits from another university can be submitted to ISC Paris for evaluation, and ISC credits can be submitted to another university. The receiving institution decides what counts.

How much does it cost?

It depends on the pathway, the hub, the length and what is included. Tuition for Study & Play is set by the school. Every family gets a written quote before committing. What a quote includes →

Who can enquire?

Players, families, clubs and academies. If the player is under 18, a parent or guardian should submit or be copied on the enquiry.

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