CD Tenerife maintains public silence regarding the case of footballer Maikel Mesa, but its internal regulations outline consequences for reprehensible conduct. Although criminal acts occurring outside working hours are a serious breach of the disciplinary code, the club cannot proceed with immediate dismissal. The most severe sanction contemplated in the current regulations for such infractions is a fine of up to 3,000 euros and a ten-day employment suspension.
According to the internal Regulations of CD Tenerife, private conduct that causes public scandal or is criminal constitutes a disciplinary infraction. However, it does not permit immediate termination of the contractual relationship. This means the club, presided over by Felipe Miñambres, will have to seek an amicable termination of the contract with Maikel Mesa, who was no longer part of the sporting department after his limited participation last season.
Sources from the institution have confirmed a meeting prior to the footballer's conviction for assault and battery offenses. The intention is to find an "arrangement that is as good as possible" for all parties involved in this unfortunate incident.
The internal regulations require Tenerife players to assume their role as public figures and maintain exemplary behavior, as they represent a highly recognized entity on the island. The rules cover everything from obedience to coaches and directors, punctuality, and discipline, to body weight management and having proper documentation.
Infractions include failing to notify of work absences without proven justification, incorrect treatment of others, not informing of address or phone number changes, and "culpable delay" in training or travel, with a 10-minute courtesy margin.
The club penalizes "occasional acts of contempt or arrogance" towards the coach, staff, or directors, as well as "negligent use" of club equipment or wearing competing brands. During paid holidays, players must follow specific training plans and medical recommendations to prevent injuries.
Serious infractions include habitual lack of personal hygiene causing justified complaints, not wearing club-provided attire for official events, or failing to maintain adequate weight and body fat percentages. Habitual consumption of tobacco and alcohol that harms health, excessive late-night outings, or returning to rest late the night before a match are also considered serious.
Other serious infractions involve concealing illnesses or injuries, not adhering to prescribed treatment, and failing to attend official club events with adequate notice. Non-lucrative participation in physical exertion events without prior authorization is also prohibited, as are "unjustified and seriously false, injurious, or malicious" statements against the club, sponsors, directors, coaches, or referees.
Unauthorized use of Tenerife's image or crest for personal gain is forbidden. Voluntary reduction of performance detrimental to results, violent protests, and injurious gestures are considered extremely serious offenses. The regulations also prohibit "sports and non-sports activities that pose a risk to physical integrity," drug use, feigning illness, and participating in betting sites.
Actions aimed at predetermining match outcomes through price, intimidation, or agreements are considered very serious. The code details economic penalties for each infraction, and according to club officials, these regulations are strictly enforced, although fines are usually applied discreetly and without publicity.
