Gianluca Rocchi has chosen to resign from his position as the head of referees for Serie A and Serie B following an investigation into alleged sporting fraud.
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This decision follows a formal notification from prosecutors in Milan, creating significant controversy within Italian football.
Rocchi, who is responsible for referee assignments through the Italian Referees Association, has opted to suspend himself while awaiting further information.
AIA chief Gianluca Rocchi (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)
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According to reports from CalcioMercato, this decision was made in agreement with the referees’ association and in anticipation of a ruling from its national committee.
Rocchi has directly addressed the situation, affirming his confidence in a positive outcome to the investigation.
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“I am confident I will come through this unscathed and emerge stronger than before.”
This self-suspension aims to uphold the integrity of the refereeing system amid what is evolving into a sensitive and highly publicized case. His temporary withdrawal allows governing bodies to conduct their reviews without further complications.
As the investigation proceeds, additional developments are expected.