Abstract: "Player Identity and Transfer Regulations" (RSTP) is a mandatory regulation issued by FIFA and is the most important policy basis for FIFA to realize global football governance. The revision of RSTP has far-reaching significance and influence on the international football order. Through the methods of literature review and expert interview, This thesis analyzes the key revisions in nearly 20 versions of RSTP issued by FIFA from 1994 to 2020, focuses on the RSTP adjustment caused by Bosman Act, the construction of FIFA's independent judicial system, the provisions on the protection of minors, the termination of contracts for legitimate reasons, the protection of club independence, the player transfer matching system, training compensation, the identity and transfer of five-member players, contract stability, player information and transfer and other related provisions. It provides reference for the policy formulation and adjustment of China's football industry management agencies and provides theoretical support for China's football industry to timely and accurately understand and implement international football industry regulations.

Key words: RSTP, FIFA, football, registration, football transfer, sports law