Lucas Paqueta investigated by FA for alleged betting breaches

[JewelZee]

If I was guessing and I may be completely wrong it might not even be for personal gain but to help friends or possibly dubious acquaintances who threaten him.

One can never rule out the possibility that some criminal element back in Brazil may have threatened his family. He comes from an island community from which he gets his nickname, Paqueta. Some local gangsters may have orchestrated this. It certainly would not be the first time something like that occurred.
Or he may be an idiot and in on it. I am curious to see and hear his reaction. You would think he'd be having a meltdown considering what's at stake and the possible consequences,,,

 

[ONTHERUNWITHTHAKSIN]

Fuck me this lad as been thrown under the bus without all the facts

It’s what we have gone through with 115 charges

Glad we have put it on hold but let’s see exactly what happens here

 

[Brightwell Bros.]

 

[Coatigan]

I have no doubt. There are those who like a wager or two and athlete's are no different. So many ways to satisfy that yen. What Paqueta may have done goes way beyond that. It's a criminal, fraudulent act and if proven he's looking at a long if not permanent ban and possible prison time. Absolutely insane on his part...

Not in any way related to transfers our us or a move, but how would they go about proving it? Abnormal betting pattens or card/foul patterns can't be enough,surely. There would have to be something more substantial, admissions, witnesses, correspondence etc. If he himself hasn't placed bets, or immediate family, can coinciding events really be enough, even if they appear obvious?

 

[Prestwich_Blue]

Get that person a raise then! I have never seen anything like it.

To be fair, based on past experience we're a bit nervous about players with gambling habits who are suspected of match-fixing.

 

[Coatigan]

I'm just pointing out that we clearly need another midfield signing because Pep won't be using Kalvin Phillips.

Don't blame me, blame Pep for not playing him and giving him a chance.

Aye, doesn't trust him, right? Wants him out of the club. etc etc.

 

[Alan Harper's Tash]

What's Phil Jones doing nowadays?

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[Brightwell Bros.]

And the foul itself.

 

[BufordUSABlue]

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The only way it could be finished quickly is if he pleads guilty and takes his medicine. If he fights this it will go on for weeks or months. I fail to see how this deal can be resurrected unless the authorities were to drop it overnight which if the allegations are strong seems unlikely.

Months and months away
Toni took months to be found quilty

 

[Father Paul]

I suggest you refrain from acting like you can read people's minds when you obviously struggle with what is actually written. I stated two times, TWICE, that personally I still believe City will do what needs to be done. Why would I express such an opinion if I were looking to create panic? I know why, but I'll give you the floor...

Unlike you Jewel I don't take exception to another posters fair comment. You don't agree with my interpretation that's fair enough. Case closed. Stay chilled.