Juventus Extends Fagioli's Contract Until 2028 Amid Betting Ban
Midfielder Undergoing Therapy for Gambling Addiction, Allowed to Train with Team During Seven-Month Suspension
- Juventus extends the contract of Nicolo Fagioli until 2028, despite the player's recent seven-month ban for breaching betting rules.
- Fagioli, who admitted to a gambling addiction, has been supported by Juventus and is undergoing therapy.
- The player's ban began on October 19, 2023, allowing him to return to the squad for the end of the season.
- Fagioli alerted the Italian soccer federation’s prosecutor about his betting and cooperated with authorities, which greatly reduced his ban.
- While serving his ban, Fagioli is allowed to train with Juventus and is fulfilling community service commitments, including speaking engagements addressing gambling addiction.