Betting investigation delays Paqueta's $90 million move to Manchester City
Date: 2024-05-23 Author: Kirill Zagoruyko Categories: SPORTS BETTING
The Football Association's (FA) investigation into alleged betting irregularities surrounding West Ham star Lucas Paqueta has had a temporary impact on his proposed move to Manchester City. The situation has caused negotiations between the clubs to freeze since the investigation began last year.
Uncertainty surrounding the transfer
The original agreement between Manchester City and West Ham for Packages was valued at £70 million (approximately $89.3 million). Although the deal was announced last summer, it was signed ahead of the FA investigation, leading to a freeze in negotiations and an expected temporary delay in the transfer.
Cooperation with the investigation
Paqueta expressed his willingness to cooperate with the FA's investigation into alleged violations of betting rules. In an interview with the BBC in March, he stressed his cooperation and hope of ending the investigation by the end of the season. The West Ham star is backed by his team and has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
Suspicions about betting
The investigation is based on bets placed in Brazil related to a game in which Paqueta received three yellow cards. The FA launched an investigation after a betting organization in Brazil reported suspicious bets. This incident allegedly led to an investigation by the FA and FIFA.
Impact on future transfer
The fate of Paqueta's proposed transfer remains uncertain in light of the ongoing investigation. The question of whether the transfer will be completed this summer remains open. If the hurdle is cleared in time, the deal could be completed and Paqueta would join Manchester City.
Uncertainty surrounding the transfer
The original agreement between Manchester City and West Ham for Packages was valued at £70 million (approximately $89.3 million). Although the deal was announced last summer, it was signed ahead of the FA investigation, leading to a freeze in negotiations and an expected temporary delay in the transfer.
Cooperation with the investigation
Paqueta expressed his willingness to cooperate with the FA's investigation into alleged violations of betting rules. In an interview with the BBC in March, he stressed his cooperation and hope of ending the investigation by the end of the season. The West Ham star is backed by his team and has consistently denied any wrongdoing.
Suspicions about betting
The investigation is based on bets placed in Brazil related to a game in which Paqueta received three yellow cards. The FA launched an investigation after a betting organization in Brazil reported suspicious bets. This incident allegedly led to an investigation by the FA and FIFA.
Impact on future transfer
The fate of Paqueta's proposed transfer remains uncertain in light of the ongoing investigation. The question of whether the transfer will be completed this summer remains open. If the hurdle is cleared in time, the deal could be completed and Paqueta would join Manchester City.
