Newcastle's Sandro Tonali has been banned from football for 10 months
NUFC have released a statement
Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali's 10-month ban for breaching betting rules has now been ratified by FIFA.
His club boss Eddie Howe had said earlier yesterday (Friday 28th October) that the Italy international was still in contention to play in the Premier League match against Wolves.
But a world wide suspension has now been imposed - which rules Tonali out until after next year's European Championships in Germany.
Statement from Newcastle United:
"Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali has been banned from competitive football for ten months, as effective from Friday 27th October 2023, following illegal betting charges by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC).
"FIGC's sanction includes an overall 18-month ban, with eight months commuted as the player participates in a therapeutic plan and educational programme in Italy consisting of 16 commitments.
"On the evening of Friday 27th October, Newcastle United received confirmation that FIFA has endorsed FIGC's sanction to be applied worldwide, meaning Sandro will be eligible to return to competitive football from Tuesday 27th August 2024. "
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