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The “betting scandal” investigation that has shaken the agenda in Turkish football in recent weeks has moved to a new dimension that now includes club administrations.
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Within the scope of the investigation initially launched against referees, 149 out of 152 referees determined to have been actively betting were given bans from football activities ranging from 8 to 12 months.
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Following the referees, investigations into football players were deepened. A total of 1,024 players, including 27 from the Süper Lig, 77 from the 1. Lig, 282 from the 2. Lig, 629 from the 3. Lig, and 9 professional players, were referred to the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK) with precautionary measures.
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According to a report by Sözcü newspaper, the third wave of the “Clean Hands” operation will cover club presidents, executives, coaches, and agents.
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It has been learned that the bank accounts of these individuals are being examined in detail, and the direct connection of some names to betting activities is being investigated.
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RELEGATION PENALTY ON THE AGENDA
Within the scope of the investigation, if it is proven that club presidents or executives have “engaged in actions aimed at influencing the outcome of a match,” severe sanctions will be applied.
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According to Article 56 of the Turkish Football Federation (TFF) Disciplinary Instructions, if such acts are committed by executives, the relevant club is relegated to a lower league.
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It has been reported that Eyüpspor President Murat Özkaya has been arrested on allegations of “engaging in actions aimed at influencing the outcome of a match.”
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A possible sentence to be handed down against Özkaya, whose judicial process is ongoing, could lead to Eyüpspor facing the risk of relegation under the same article.
News Source : 12punto
