Wayne Rooney's father and uncle have reportedly been arrested in connection with an alleged betting scam.
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Wayne Rooney senior, 48 (pictured), and the Manchester United striker's uncle Richie, 54, were detained when Merseyside police made nine arrests on Thursday morning, according to the Daily Mirror.
Meanwhile, Motherwell player Steve Jennings, 26, was arrested over alleged betting irregularities at an SPL game in December 2010 at his home in Glasgow.
The match in question was a 2-1 victory for Hearts over Motherwell. Jennings was shown a red card with eight minutes remaining of the game at Fir Park.
Merseyside Police said: “Detectives have today executed warrants at 10 addresses across Merseyside and Glasgow and arrested nine men as part of an investigation into suspicious betting activity.
“The arrests are the culmination of a joint operation with the Gambling Commission and the nine who have been arrested for conspiracy to defraud are being interviewed by detectives.
“Those arrested are a 29-year-old from Bootle, a 48-year-old from West Derby, a 54-year-old from Norris Green, a 26-year-old from Croxteth, a 22-year-old from Kirkdale, a 31-year-old from Litherland, a 68-year-old from Fazakerley, a 36-year-old from Kirkby and a 26-year-old from Glasgow."
Stewart Regan, Scottish FA chief executive, said: "The Scottish FA has received notification from the Gambling Commission that the Motherwell FC player, Steve Jennings, was arrested at his home today by Merseyside Police. This follows extensive enquiries in relation to alleged betting irregularities at a Scottish Premier League match between Motherwell and Hearts on December 14, 2010.
"While the investigation involves several other individuals outwith Scotland, it is important to stress that the evidence gathered throughout this thorough period of investigation has involved only one Scottish match.
"Motherwell FC are aware of the situation and will issue a response in due course. The Scottish FA will make no further comment at this stage."
