Juventus midfielder Nicolo Fagioli is under investigation for potential betting breaches on illegal platforms and risks being suspended for up to three years if found guilty.
This is part of an investigation from the Turin Prosecutor regarding gambling through illegal online platforms.
Investigators have scanned accesses, data and transactions and Fagioli has emerged as one of the suspected bettors who have now been put under investigation.
FIGC are reported to be aware of the situation since August 30. Prosecutor Giuseppe Chiné has also opened an investigation, following a report from the player’s lawyers who informed the Italian Football Federation about the ongoing investigation from the Turin Prosecutor.
Article 24 of the Code of Sports Justice claims professional footballers are prohibited from gambling on ‘official events organised by FIGC, UEFA and FIFA’ and ‘can’t place or receive bets, directly or indirectly.’
If Fagioli is found guilty of gambling on official football games, he could receive a fine higher than €25,000 and be suspended for up to three years.
