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Rui Pinto discusses cooperation deal with UK authorities on financial crimes

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 10:30 AM

Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Rui Pinto discusses cooperation deal with UK authorities on financial crimes

Summary

Lawyers for Rui Pinto are negotiating a potential cooperation agreement with British authorities, including the Serious Fraud Office (SFO). Pinto, who is known for whistleblowing on Manchester City regarding financial issues, has expressed willingness to assist investigations in exchange for protection. The SFO reached out to him following these developments. The outcome of these talks could impact various ongoing investigations into financial misconduct within UK sports.

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•Rui Pinto's lawyers are in talks with UK authorities.
•Pinto is willing to assist investigations in exchange for protection.
•The Serious Fraud Office has contacted Pinto regarding the matter.
•Potential disclosures could impact investigations into financial misconduct in UK sports.

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10:30 AMThe Guardian Sport — Rui Pinto’s lawyers in talks with UK authorities over cooperation deal for whistleblower

What they're saying

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Serious Fraud Office has contacted Pinto He is willing to assist in exchange for protection Rui Pinto’s lawyers are in talks with British authorities over a potential cooperation agreement under which the Manchester City whistleblower could help to expose serious financial and sporting crime in the UK. According to information obtained by the Guardian, the Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has contacted Pinto after it emerged he was willing to assist British authorities with their investigations in exchange for protection. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Exclusive by Miguel Dantas in Porto and Ed Aarons

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