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Whistleblower Pinto Leaving Portugal

Published October 2, 2026 · Updated October 2, 2026 · The Guardian

Football Leaks founder Rui Pinto is preparing to leave Portugal after his witness protection status was removed, citing safety concerns and death threats.

Rui Pinto, the whistleblower behind the Manchester City investigation, has revealed he is leaving Portugal due to safety fears after authorities terminated his participation in the country's witness protection programme.

The Football Leaks founder claimed he has received "multiple death threats" and faces "the serious risk of an assassination attempt." His lawyers will appeal the decision, which came shortly after Manchester City was found guilty of 115 charges in a case prompted by Pinto's document leaks. biznow.biz

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