Some gambling problems could soon lead to a suspension and the loss of some big money for a Premier League football star. The investigation into the actions of Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali is part of a larger investigation involving footballers from that country.
Many in European football believe Tonali could be at the center of the investigation which has already led to the suspension of another player. In July, the 23-year-old signed a five-year, $76 million contract with the club, but he could now lose a significant portion of that contract if he is out for an extended period of time.
Part of a wider investigation into gambling
Tonali played for AC Milan in Serie A from 2020 to 2022, helping win the club’s first championship in 11 years in 2022. Italian investigators continue to investigate gambling among players using “illegal online platforms.”
Prosecutors alleged that the players were betting on football matches. This is not permitted under Italian law and the country’s Sports Justice Law states that “professional footballers are prohibited from gambling at official events organized by them.” The International Federation of Football, European Football AssociationAnd FIFA Bets cannot be placed or received, directly or indirectly.
Investigators gained access to data and transactions involving betting, according to media reports. Juventus midfielder Nicolo Fagioli has already been suspended for seven months as part of the investigation. Aston Villa’s Nicolo Zaniolo has also been named as a suspected gambler.
according to Daily MailItalian media reported that Tonali admitted to investigators that he… Place bets on AC Milan matches while playing for the club. His agent said Tonali was addicted to gambling and was cooperating with prosecutors. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe said the club hopes to include Tonali Can work through his issues And one day I’ll be back on the field.
“I see the person, I see the human being, I see pain and distress,” he said Watchman. “That’s why my thoughts are always with the player and making sure we take care of him. Sandro loves the game and is very destructive.
“His thoughts are with us and our thoughts are with him. We hope we can make it work between us. The most important thing is Sandro and his well-being. It is very easy for people to forget how young he is, and the changes he went through in his life when he moved from Italy to England. Footballers are human beings.” “.
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