‘Impossible Gattuso is involved’

Palermo President Maurizio Zamparini has thrown his weight behind former Coach Gennaro Gattuso.

Palermo President Maurizio Zamparini has thrown his weight behind former Coach Gennaro Gattuso.

The ex-Rosanero tactician had his home raided this week with the former midfielder being accused of an alleged involvement in the Calcioscommesse betting scandal.

But Gattuso’s one-time employer has insisted that it is ‘impossible’ for him to be involved.

“I would put my hand in the fire for him,” Zamparini told Radio 24. “I know him – I would give him my wallet because I know he is a trustworthy person.

“It seems impossible to me that Gennaro could be involved.

“I respect him as a man and I admire him.

“Italy is a second-class country. You can’t do justice in Press conferences.”