Fabrizio Romano - Tonali betting

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Originally Posted by marathoningmagpie

Just read a report that Tonal’s agent has said he is a gambling addict and wouldn’t comment on whether he gambled on football.
Surely there is a breach clause and we can recoup some of the money spent—transfer and wages—if proven true. If not, we need new lawyers. Ridiculous if this is the truth.

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Or...or...we could support a clearly troubled young man, help him overcome his addiction and become the outstanding player we think/hope he can be.

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Originally Posted by Zippity

Or...or...we could support a clearly troubled young man, help him overcome his addiction and become the outstanding player we think/hope he can be.

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The gambling addiction in itself shouldn’t effect his football, it’s the crapp that will inevitably come with it, from the press, football fans, and anybody else who thinks they can get to him, and therefore nufc. I’m surprised this didn’t come out when doing our research and “ due diligence” knowing the lengths that we are supposed to go to before signing a player. Bit disappointing but it is what it is I suppose, he needs to feel the love from us fans starting against Palace.

It is a very fair point. But he isn’t a child. He knows the rules and the consequences. I am pulling for him and for us. But after Toney, I fear, if guilty, the punishment handed down will set a a significant precedent. That has an impact on the team. Which is my biggest concern. But he is deserving of support.

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Originally Posted by marathoningmagpie

But he isn’t a child. He knows the rules and the consequences. .

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This is also very true.

Mind, if the reports about it being illegal gambling as opposed to betting on football, the FA can fuck off with any punishment, surely? The club could sanction him but I don't see what on earth it has to do with them?