Manchester City whistleblower Rui Pinto to remain under police protection

Pinto's lawyers recently denounced irregularities in the proceedings, highlighting the real threats facing their client.

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Man City whistleblower to remain in witness protection

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The computer hacker who released documents which helped trigger the Premier League investigation into Manchester City will remain under witness protection after authorities in Portugal suspend the decision to end it.

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Rui Pinto witness protection status

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Rui Pinto remains under police witness protection after Portuguese authorities suspended the decision to end it.

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Al Jazeera Published 10 October 2026

Manchester City whistleblower Rui Pinto to remain under police protection

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