Rui Pinto’s lawyers in talks with UK authorities over deal for Manchester City whistleblower

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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 has contacted Pinto after it emerged he was willing to assist British authorities with their investigations in exchange for protection.

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Al Jazeera English Leans left Factuality: High State media QA 2 days ago
Man City whistleblower Rui Pinto could help UK uncover more sporting crime
Rui Pinto is 'in talks' with UK authorities to help uncover more crime in exchange for police protection, reports say.

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The Guardian Left Factuality: Very high GB 3 days ago
Rui Pinto’s lawyers in talks with UK authorities over deal for Manchester City whistleblower
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...