Gambling syndicates 'trafficking young players'

FIFA's head of security has warned young footballers are being "trafficked" by gambling syndicates intent on fixing the outcome of matches.

FIFA's head of security has warned young footballers are being "trafficked" by gambling syndicates intent on fixing the outcome of matches.

Chris Eaton claims youngsters from "humble origins" are being targeted by criminals who help them earn deals with clubs in Europe and Latin America in return for their compliance in altering the outcome of games.

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