Football NewsThe GuardianUnverified source· 3 Oct 2026

Manchester City whistleblower ready to help UK authorities in return for protection

Rui Pinto faces loss of witness safeguarding in PortugalMore documents over City affairs may be made availableRui Pinto, whose leaks helped to trigger the Premier League’s investigation into Manchester City’s financial affairs, is prepared to help authorities in the UK with their legal case in exchange for protection from threats, the Guardian understands.Despite the crowdfunding campaign launched on Friday to fund a new life after leaving the protection of the Portuguese police, the whistleblower’s priority remains to cooperate, provided adequate security arrangements are in place. Continue reading...

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