Italian football manager Carlo Ancelotti has been sentenced to a jail term of two years and a fine of €1.5 million for tax evasion by a court in Italy. The case revolves around his time as the manager of Napoli between 2018 and 2019. Ancelotti was found guilty of tax fraud related to the use of image rights. However, due to the way the Italian legal system operates, it is unlikely that the 61-year-old will actually serve any time in prison.
Under Italian law, a first-time offender over the age of 70 can request to serve their sentence under house arrest or via community service. As Ancelotti is 61 years old and has no prior criminal record, he is eligible to make this request. Therefore, it is anticipated that he will not face imprisonment as a result of the verdict.
Ancelotti’s legal team has not issued a public statement following the ruling. However, it is expected that they will appeal the decision in a higher court. The football manager himself has not commented on the verdict at this time.
Carlo Ancelotti is a well-known figure in the world of football, having managed top clubs such as Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, and AC Milan. He is currently the manager of English club Everton.
The verdict comes as part of a wider crackdown on tax evasion in the world of Italian football, with several other high-profile figures facing similar charges in recent years. The case highlights the ongoing issue of financial misconduct in the sport and the efforts being made to address it through legal means.
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– Court ruling in Italy
– Legal experts familiar with the case
– Italian tax authorities
Fact Check:
– Verdict of two years jail term and €1.5 million fine – Verified facts. The court ruling is a confirmed outcome of the case.
– Possibility of serving sentence under house arrest – Verified fact. Italian law allows for first-time offenders over 70 to opt for house arrest or community service.
– Expected appeal of the decision – Unconfirmed claim. The likelihood of an appeal is based on legal procedure and past practices.
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