Newcastle confirm Sandro Tonali is under investigation by prosecutors amid illegal gambling allegations… and the FA say the Italian is FREE to face Crystal Palace on Saturday
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Newcastle have confirmed that Sandro Tonali is being investigated by the Italian Prosecutor’s Office and Italian Football Federation (FIGC) amid allegations of illegal gambling.
Newcastle’s summer signing is one of three players who have been named in the investigation that is being undertaken by prosecutors, alongside Aston Villa’s Nicolo Zaniolo and Nicolo Fagioli of Juventus – who has since been banned for seven months.
The Toon’s £52million summer signing could face a year-long ban after reportedly admitting to betting on matches involving his former club AC Milan.
In a statement Newcastle said: ‘Newcastle United can confirm that Sandro Tonali is subject to investigation by the Italian Prosecutor’s Office and Italian Football Federation (FIGC) in relation to illegal betting activity.
‘Sandro is fully engaging with the investigation and will continue to cooperate with all relevant authorities.
Newcastle have confirmed that Sandro Tonali is being investigated by the Italian Prosecutor’s Office and Italian Football Federation (FIGC) amid allegations of illegal gambling
‘He and his family will continue to receive the club’s full support. Due to this ongoing process, Sandro and Newcastle United are unable to offer further comment at this time.’
The FA say Sandro Tonali is still free to play for Newcastle on Saturday against Crystal Palace but they will wait for outcome of Italian investigation before commenting further.
If Tonali has a gambling addiction – as his agent confirmed on Tuesday – there is the possibility he has placed bets under their jurisdiction and could therefore face further sanctions.
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