The FIGC Prosecutor's Office has opened an investigation into the alleged case of tax evasion involving some international referees. The investigation was launched in recent days, following press articles that revealed the sanctions imposed by the Revenue Agency on several referees, including the names of former referees Daniele Orsato and Gianluca Rocchi.
At the heart of the affair are the failure to pay the fees received for performances in competitions Uefa. According to LaPresse, federal prosecutor Giuseppe Chinè is ready to take the first concrete steps in the investigation with hearings scheduled for the next few days.
The investigation is expected to be of great importance for the world of refereeing and Italian football, as it involves leading figures who have represented Italy at the highest levels of European football. The FIGC is determined to shed light on the matter, reiterating its firm line against any violation of tax rules.
Article published on 2 December 2024 - 17:38