According to the English tabloid ‘The Sun’, the English Football Federation (FA) has requested “extraordinary disciplinary measures” against the player Lucas Paquetá, who could face a life ban if convicted of match-fixing charges.
The investigation against Paquetá has intensified in recent days following the reopening of the case by the FA. It focuses on four specific matches: one against the Leicester in 2022, and three more against Aston Villa, Leeds United and Bournemouth in 2023.
The FA alleges that Paquetá was deliberately cautioned in these matches to financially benefit his friends. According to the report, up to 60 people bet in favor of the player’s warning in each of these matches, generating total profits of more than £100,000 (501,779,967 COP). The bets, which varied from seven to 400 poundsmostly originated in Rio de Janeiro, hometown of Paquetá.
Lucas Paquetá.
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An unprecedented case
The impact of this accusation has been difficult for Paquetá.
He Manchester Citywho had agreed to sign him 88 million euros, decided to cancel the negotiation after learning of the new demand.
This setback not only affects the player, but also the West Ham United, that counted on that income to reinforce its squad in the summer market. In the best of scenarios, the London club expected a ban of between one and two years for its playmaker, and is already looking for possible replacements.
The resolution of the case is expected within six months, which keeps the player in an uncertain situation during the continental competition.
Meanwhile, Paquetá’s future in football is at stake. His case has highlighted the risks and consequences of match-fixing, an issue which the FA and other world football bodies take very seriously. The player’s cooperation with the authorities will be crucial in determining your destiny and the outcome of this unprecedented case.
DANIELA GUTIERREZ MUNAR
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