Unfortunately, yes. With the European Union tightening its belt in regards to foreign workers, and a rough economy, it is getting harder and harder each year to place lower and mid-level players on teams. Teams simply can not afford someone unless they make the team better. Also, with an added tax burden from current EU laws, teams are also having a difficult time matching salary expectations for top level players. What this means is that players have to search harder to find a team, and often work a side job just to the get the necessary visa to stay in the country and play. Salaries are lower than just 2-3 years ago, and the average rookie player may not be able to find a job at all.
