Statement from Trabzonspor President Ertuğrul Doğan Regarding Betting Referral
Following his referral to the PFDK by the TFF, Trabzonspor President Ertuğrul Doğan stated that there was no intent involved and that the necessary defense will be presented.
Trabzonspor President Ertuğrul Doğan, who was referred to the Professional Football Disciplinary Board (PFDK) with precautionary measures by the Turkish Football Federation Legal Chief Counsel on the grounds of betting, shared his initial evaluations regarding the process with the public.
First Statement After the PFDK Referral Decision
Trabzonspor President Ertuğrul Doğan made statements on a live broadcast immediately after being referred to the PFDK with precautionary measures by the TFF Legal Chief Counsel on the grounds of placing bets. Doğan stated that the situation involved no deliberate intent whatsoever.
Past Sponsorship and Account Details
Clarifying the referral decision against him, Doğan stated that betting companies were official sponsors of clubs in past years and that certain accounts were opened during this period. Noting that he has left behind his ninth year in management, the president pointed out that the TFF had not made any notifications on these matters in previous periods.
Defense Process and Emphasis on Absence of Ill Intent
Stating that there was an account he closed in the past and that the issue dates back years, Doğan announced that they will provide a legal defense. President Doğan emphasized that they do not wish to seek any ill intent in the TFF's decision and that they will closely follow the process.