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Lucas Paqueta has received another blow as the case of alleged betting manipulation continues at the Football Association!
As yet there has been no indication as to how long the probe may last but in the meantime Brazilian authorities have told him they want an explanation of the situation as reported by Sport Witness.
Paqueta has been in magnificent form for the Hammers of course and has not been performing as though the issues surrounding him have been affecting his mentality.
However, it appears that the CPI – a temporary commission used by the Brazilian parliament to oversee a specific matter – want to inquire into his side of the story. This follows a large increase in betting on Brazilian football and a major investigation being opened.
The absolute worst case scenario, which is unlikely, is that if Paqueta does not respond he could face a coercive summons, with law enforcement agents taking him to questioning.
That recently happened to Ronaldinho in a different investigation.