Newcastle midfielder, Sandro Tonali, has been charged with misconduct in relation to alleged breaches of the Football Association’s betting rules.
Tonali, who is currently serving a suspension, is alleged to have breached an FA rule 50 times by betting on matches between August 12, 2023 and October 12, 2023.
The 23-year-old has been given until April 5 to respond.
Tonali was signed by Newcastle for £55m last summer from AC Milan, but, in October last year, he was hit with a ban for betting on matches while he was playing in Milan.
His suspension was for 10 months. He was also fined around 17,000 pounds (20,000 euros) and ordered to take part in an eight-month course of therapy to address his issues.
His punishment was later reduced because he reached a plea bargain with the Italian Prosecutor’s Officer and the Italian Football Federation (FIGC).
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However, the ban means Tonali isn’t able to play competitive football again until August 2024, even though he is free to train with Newcastle and play in friendlies.
The ban also means he will be unable to play for Italy at this summer’s Euros.
Tonali admitted to making bets on AC Milan to win games in a hearing at the Italian Federation in Turin.
Without his cooperation, Tonali could have faced up to a three-year suspension under FIFA rules from the original breaches.
Last year, Tonali’s agent, Giuseppe Riso, confirmed the player had a gambling addiction.
It was also reported he would be receiving treatment for this, following his ban.
In response to the latest charge from the FA, a Newcastle statement read: “Newcastle United acknowledges a misconduct charge received by Sandro Tonali in respect of alleged breaches of FA betting rules.
“Sandro continues to fully comply with relevant investigations and he retains the club’s full support.
“Due to this ongoing process, Sandro and Newcastle United are unable to offer further comment at this time.”
