Tonali’s agent confirms the player is battling gambling addiction

Newcastle and Italian national team midfielder Sandro Tonali’s agent Beppe Riso confirmed that his client is battling with gambling addiction. Tonali was accused of betting on illegal platforms online and was questioned by prosecutors in Italy as he was part of his national team squad before returning home because of the scandal.

“Sandro suffers of gambling addition. He’s fighting to avoid that and I’m sure he will win this difficult game”. Riso said.

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“He’s sad, still in shock I’d like to thank newcastle as they’re supporting Sandro. He’s training, he could feature on Saturday (against Crystal Palace). I hope this gambling addiction issue will help to save Sandro’s life as well as many other young guys affected by the same problem”.

“Sandro understood that he has to focus on this issue and face gambling addition with strong, determined approach”, his agent added.