Fagioli after first psychologist meeting: ‘I feel good, miss playing with Juventus teammates’

Suspended Juventus midfielder Nicolo Fagioli met with the Piedmont Order of Psychologists for his first session to assist deal with his playing issues.

The 22-year-old Italian midfielder was the primary participant implicated within the Serie A betting scandal in the summertime, admitting to prosecutors that he positioned bets on soccer matches on unlawful platforms. In response, he was handed a seven-month ban, sidelining him till late Might 2024.

Fagioli, who was additionally fined €12,500, has additionally been signed up for playing dependancy therapy and has to make no less than 10 public appearances to discourage others from following in his actions. Juventus just lately renewed his contract to June 2028, backing their midfielder.

Talking to gathered reporters exterior the assembly through TMW, Fagioli was first requested how he feels.

“I really feel excellent, the primary assembly was a constructive one, each for me and for the opposite folks current. I miss taking part in with my teammates, however I’m pleased for what they’re doing.”

The 22-year-old then spoke about when the subsequent conferences can be held.

“We nonetheless must agree all the things with the FIGC, however I feel many conferences shall be in Piedmont.”

Fagioli was additionally requested if he wished to ship a message to the skin world.

“Tough query. I’m simply telling you about my expertise, particularly for many who are youthful than me and don’t must expertise issues like issues.”

Giancarlo Marenco, the president of the Order of Psychologists of Piedmont, then spoke to the press about Fagioli’s work.

“We arrange a round scenario so that everybody might take part. I feel it was a constructive dialogue, Nicolo felt snug and expressed his opinion on the matter. It was a fruitful assembly.”

Fagioli dopo il primo incontro con gli psicologi: “Racconto la mia esperienza. Felice per la squadra” https://t.co/WVi5uJlHWZ

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