1. will we get an additional version that is transparent?
Yes Absolutly! :) that's why after you choosed the final winner, directly we must Uploaded two files:
a. JPG Files = Only for preview/sample
b. EPS Files = This file can be opened and enlarged to the size of anything without changing the shape and sharpness of the logo, for example, enlarged the size of billboards, etc..
So that's why the EPS files is really needed by your next Web Designer/Graphic Designer.
PS: Please see the example with custom (gradient) background in #39 and the Black and White version in #40
2. would it be too much to ask for football without the white seams as well?
Please discribing more detail for me :) Are you saying it is removing stitches form? or reduced form stitches? or decrease stitches in ball form?
Many Thanks