In a breaking news report from ‘The Sun‘, it has emerged that Lucas Paquetá is now facing two additional charges from the FA, further complicating the ongoing investigation into his alleged betting irregularities. These fresh charges are described as so severe that the Brazilian star could potentially receive a lifetime ban when his case is reviewed early next year.
The reports suggest that Paquetá has denied the FA further access to his mobile phone after it was initially returned to him. Investigators had originally seized the device to examine banking details, call records, and messages. However, when the FA requested the phone again, following the emergence of new details which they wanted to check. Unfortunately Paquetá was unable to provide it, claiming he had discarded his phone and could no longer locate it.
The Football Association has since accused the West Ham midfielder of obstructing their investigation. The charges, first raised in May, now include two counts of aggravated non-cooperation.