Police raid three clubs
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Police have raided three football clubs as part of an investigation into corruption in football.
City of London Police have confirmed the raids took place between 7.30am and 9am on Monday morning, although there is no connection to the recent Lord Stevens inquiry.
The identities of the clubs, or which division they play in, have not been disclosed by police, who admit the investigation is ongoing, although reports claim Newcastle United are among the trio.
"We can confirm that search warrants were served at three football clubs and the homes of two individuals in connection with corruption in football and its impact on owners and shareholders," said a police spokeswoman.
"This investigation is a totally independent inquiry.
"It has not been influenced or informed by the Quest inquiry in any way.
"As this is a live investigation, it would be inappropriate to comment further at this stage."
Only last month, Lord Stevens' Quest probe into illegal payments disclosed concerns regarding 17 transfers involving five Premier League clubs.
There was no evidence of irregular payments to club officials or players after the Quest team spent 15 months looking into the issue. -
shhhhhhhhh......
that's why Chelsea can't buy players, they needed the money for this...
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Sorry to say this but you start to irritate me.Originally posted by iceFatboy:shhhhhhhhh......
that's why Chelsea can't buy players, they needed the money for this...
Stop being the black sheep thank you.
Cheers.
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i wonder what'll happen to Newcastle, kanna investigated in 2 separate cases.
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Just read elsewhere the 3 clubs are Newcastle, Rangers and Portsmouth.
Rangers Football Club confirmed it had been approached by police.
A spokesman for the Ibrox outfit said: "Rangers Football Club was asked to co-operate with the police investigation and have done so, extending every co-operation.
"We have been requested by police not to comment further while the investigation continues.''
Strathclyde Police confirmed that it had assisted the investigation, but did not reveal which club was involved.
A statement said: "Strathclyde Police assisted the City of London Police to execute a search warrant in Strathclyde.''
Gary Double, director of communications at Portsmouth Football Club, also confirmed his club was involved in the investigation.
He said: "We can confirm that the police arrived at about 10am this morning.
"We have co-operated fully with their search and will not be commenting further.'' -
Newcastle.....no wonder John Hall & Fat Freddy Sherpard sold the black pot out...damn!
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no where did chelsea's name appeared in the artical. i dont see why there is a need to post such negative comments abt other clubs. dumb and thoughtless post like this is just the spark needed to start the flame. degrading others is just a way to cover for your own weakness.Originally posted by iceFatboy:shhhhhhhhh......
that's why Chelsea can't buy players, they needed the money for this...
wadever you have against them, just refrain from posting insensitive comments . if you cant, then just keep your comments to yourself