The footballer decided to cooperate with the investigation
Midfielder Newcastle and Italy Sandro Tonali admitted that he placed bets on matches involving Milan, his former team. The footballer made a confession during interrogation by the prosecutor in the case of illegal betting, which took place in Turin.
Tonali repents of his actions and has already begun to participate in the investigation of the betting case. During interrogation, the Italian national team player admitted that he had placed bets, including on matches involving Milan – because of this circumstance, the period of disqualification could rise to five years, but for sincere repentance and cooperation the period could be reduced.
The midfielder would like to follow the path of Nicolo Fagioli and conclude a plea agreement in a short time. The Juventus midfielder admitted his guilt in participating in illegal betting, made a deal with the prosecutor’s office and agreed on a seven-month disqualification. According to the source, Tonali’s disqualification period will be at least one year.
The Italian Olympic Committee’s Code of Sports Justice prohibits professional football players from directly or indirectly betting on events held under the auspices of the FIGC (Italian Football Federation), UEFA and FIFA. If proven guilty, players face a fine and excommunication from football for up to three years.
It was previously reported that Tonali has returned to training with Newcastle and will be ready to play in the team’s next match against Crystal Palace.
Source: Sportarena
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