Sources: Newcastle's Tonali available amid probe
Sources Say Newcastle Can Sign Sandro Tonali Despite Gambling Investigation
The Tonali & Zaniolo betting probe has been under investigation and we have gathered information regarding the matter. The probe has lasted for about 2 minutes and 3 seconds.
In this video, Gab Marcotti discusses the potential consequences that could be imposed on Sandro Tonali and Nicolo Zaniolo, who are currently being investigated for their involvement in betting. Marcotti outlines the most severe penalties that could be levied against the two players.
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According to sources, Sandro Tonali is up for selection in Eddie Howe's squad for Newcastle United's upcoming match against Crystal Palace. Despite being investigated for betting unlawfully in Italy, the midfielder is still a potential player for the team.
The young midfielder, who cost £55 million ($66.8m) when he joined AC Milan during the summer transfer window, has been forced to withdraw from Italy's squad for their upcoming Euro 2024 qualifying matches against Malta and England. This came after police informed the Italian Football Federation that they were investigating the player's potential involvement in a betting scandal. Another midfielder, Nicolò Zaniolo, who is currently on loan at Galatasaray from Aston Villa, has also been excluded from the squad.
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Unverified rumors from Italy suggest that Tonali may be subjected to a prolonged prohibition from football due to confessing about gambling on AC Milan matches while being a member of the team.
On Tuesday, Giuseppe Riso, who represents Tonali, shared that the athlete is currently struggling with a gambling addiction, which has left him feeling very distressed and upset. Tonali is putting up a good fight, but the situation remains challenging for him.
However, as Newcastle is yet to receive complete information about Tonali's investigation, the club released a statement on Wednesday to comment on the rumors surrounding the player.
The announcement declared that the Italian Prosecutor's Office and Italian Football Federation (FIGC) are investigating Sandro Tonali for involvement in unlawful betting conduct. Newcastle United has confirmed this information.
Sandro is actively involved in the investigation and will keep collaborating with all pertinent authorities. The club will continue to give him and his family their utmost assistance.
Because of the continuous procedure, currently, Sandro and Newcastle United are incapable of providing any additional statement.
According to insiders at ESPN, Tonali's investigation is still ongoing and he has not faced any penalties so far. Therefore, he is still eligible to be chosen for the team, but ultimately, manager Howe will decide if he will play in upcoming matches.
The Italian footballer, Nicolo Fagioli, who plays midfield for Juventus, has been hit with a one-year suspension, of which five months is suspended, and a fine of £10,850 because he broke the rules on betting. The 22-year-old has also been instructed to receive treatment to address his addiction to gambling.
