Newcastle United have confirmed that Sandro Tonali is currently under investigation in relation to illegal betting activity.
The club state that he’s speaking to the Italian Prosecutor’s Office and the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) and is ‘fully engaging’ with the investigation.
The official statement adds that he’ll ‘continue to cooperate’ with the relevant authorities, with the club offering their ‘full support’ to the 23-year-old and his family.
Official Newcastle United statement on Wednesday 18th October (via NUFC.co.uk):
‘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.
‘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.’
