FC Seoul withdrew from the termination of Han Seung-gyu's contract on charges of illegal gambling
Jul 26, 2024
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The Seoul club confirmed on the afternoon of the 26th that Seoul had recently been investigated by related agencies for allegedly participating in illegal gambling in 2021 before Han Seung-gyu was transferred to Seoul after receiving a report on Han Seung-gyu's illegal gambling allegations. Seoul delivered the relevant information to the Korea Professional Football Association and asked them to proceed with the procedures in accordance with the regulations. Not only did the player not inform the club of any relevant information, even if it was not an illegal act committed while he was a member of the club, but he also decided to terminate his contract with Han Seung-gyu today, holding him sternly responsible for his involvement in an unsavory incident that seriously damaged the dignity of the Seoul team" he said.
The club believes that the Seoul front office is most responsible for any reason for the recent occurrence of unsavory events at an important time. The Seoul Front Department will take responsibility for this incident and make every effort to prevent a recurrence. I sincerely apologize for causing great concern to the fans who love and care about Seoul."
Han Seung-gyu, who made his professional debut in Ulsan in 2017 and settled in Seoul in 2022 after playing in Jeonbuk, was recently investigated by the Southern Provincial Police Agency for illegal gambling in 2021 when he was on loan from Suwon FC. Han Seung-gyu is said to have been accused of playing baccarat (gambling using cards). Han Seung-gyu closed his personal Instagram right after the report.
Han Seung-gyu has established himself as the main side midfielder this season and has scored one goal and four assists in 15 games. Seoul lost key power due to the player's personal misconduct.
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