Football player Lucas Paqueta intends to take legal action against the FA following the collapse of his betting case.
Lucas Paqueta Faces Multi-Million-Pound Claim Against FA Following Investigation
Brazilian soccer player Lucas Paqueta is planning to sue the English Football Association (FA) for a multi-million-pound claim, following an investigation that had a significant impact on his career. The investigation, which began almost two years ago, involved allegations of getting yellow cards in Premier League games to benefit betting markets in Brazil.
The charges against Paqueta were dropped by an independent panel, but the player's lawyer, Alistair Campbell, is considering taking legal action against the FA. The FA's handling of the investigation, including not conducting its own check of the bookings, was criticized by the independent panel in a 314-page ruling.
The lost earnings, legal costs, and damage to Paqueta's reputation could amount to damages in the tens of millions. The transfer to Manchester City, which would have been worth approximately GBP 80-100 million ($107.7-$134.6 million) and included a weekly salary of over GBP 200,000 ($269,253), fell through due to the investigation.
Paqueta remained at West Ham United instead of joining Manchester City, causing him to question his name in the soccer world. The investigation caused him to face the possibility of never playing again. Former West Ham manager David Moyes and former referee Mark Clattenburg have stated that the warnings Paqueta received seemed normal for the player, helping his case.
The FA has already spent GBP 1 million on costs related to the case and could face a larger financial hit if Paqueta wins his claim. There is no publicly available information about the German lawyer or law firm representing Paqueta in the compensation claim against the FA.
The investigation had a significant impact on Paqueta's career, preventing him from playing under Pep Guardiola with a championship-winning team. The total cost of the case, including lost transfer value and wages, could reach several million British pounds.
Paqueta's case serves as a reminder of the importance of thorough investigations and the potential consequences that can arise from allegations of misconduct in professional sports. As the legal proceedings continue, the soccer world waits to see how this situation unfolds.
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