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Pinto Leaving Portugal Over Safety Fears

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

Rui Pinto, the whistleblower behind the Football Leaks that led to Manchester City being found guilty of 115 Premier League charges, will leave Portugal after authorities terminated his participation in the country's witness protection program. moryak.biz

The former hacker claims he has received "multiple death threats" and is facing "the serious risk of an assassination attempt." His lawyers have confirmed they will appeal the decision to remove his protection, describing his situation as "critical." The move comes just days after the Premier League's verdict against Manchester City.