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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jacob Steinberg

Lucas Paquetá tells lawyers to complain to FA over ‘leaked’ information

West Ham's Lucas Paquetá in action against Brentford
West Ham’s Lucas Paquetá was charged by the FA in May for allegedly getting booked deliberately. Photograph: Dylan Hepworth/Every Second Media/Shutterstock

West Ham’s Lucas Paquetá has instructed his lawyers to complain to the Football Association over “false and misleading” leaks relating to the investigation into his alleged breaches of betting regulations.

The Brazil midfielder, who is expected to attend a hearing this month, released a statement on social media saying he is “frustrated and upset” by apparent efforts to “undermine” his attempts to clear his name.

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