Manager Tonali: “Sandro is fighting the hardest battle, this one against gambling addiction”

The betting scandal involving Italian national players that has broken out in Italy for a few days is getting bigger and bigger; according to the latest information, it involves 40 suspected footballers.

So far, the names of Sandro Tonali, Niccolò Fazzoli and Niccolò Zaniolo have come to the fore, with all of them admitting their involvement and stating that they will cooperate with the Turin prosecutor’s office and the Italian Football Federation as much as the lightest possible sentence.

As for Sandro Tonali, who last summer experienced the most expensive transfer of an Italian football player in history with his move from Milan to Newcastle, he is eagerly awaiting the court’s decision, which his manager rushes to his public defender on Tuesday.

“Sandro is currently playing the hardest game, this one against gambling addiction. He is in a state of shock, this game can save his life and then be an example for other children.” pointed out Bepe Rizzo, adding meaningfully:

“He is hurt and angry, but he understands that he must address this issue decisively. Newcastle are on his side, the player is training normally with his team and could potentially play next Saturday.”

It is noted that the FA is monitoring the situation and has so far allowed Tonali (as well as Gianiolo, who plays for Aston Villa) to play, with Magpies manager Eddie Howe making the decision on whether to use him next Saturday in context of the home league game against Crystal Palace.