Juventus midfielder Nicolo Fagioli has received a seven-month football ban for engaging in betting activities on unauthorized platforms.
As a result, the Italy international won’t be participating in any matches for the remainder of the season. The Turin prosecutor’s office imposed a 12-month suspension, with five months to be served through alternative means. Fagioli has also been fined €12,500 (£11,000/$13,000) and is obligated to undergo therapy.
It’s important to note that this ban represents a significant reduction compared to the typical punishment stipulated in Article 24 of the Sporting Justice Code, which is three years. The final verdict was reached through plea bargaining by Fagioli’s legal team, mainly due to the player’s full cooperation with the authorities and his commitment to addressing his gambling addiction.
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Nonetheless, this ban is a significant setback for Juventus, as they are losing another midfielder following Paul Pogba’s suspension, who is facing a lengthy ban due to a positive drug test.