Ex-League 1 and national team player arrested on charges of match-fixing: who is it?

Who is this ex-player being investigated for?

Former Peruvian soccer player Jean Deza has been arrested by the Peruvian National Police on Thursday, January 12, 2023, for his alleged involvement in the manipulation of sports matches. He is accused of being part of a criminal organization that fixed professional soccer matches in the Peruvian First Division (Liga 1) and the Copa Peru tournament.

The player known for his exceptional skill on the pitch

Deza, now 29 years old, is a winger who played for several clubs in the Peruvian First Division, including Alianza Lima, Universitario de Deportes, and Sporting Cristal. He also played for the Peruvian national team, making his debut in 2014.

Deza was known for his exceptional skill and speed on the pitch, but his career was marred by off-field incidents, including disciplinary problems and allegations of domestic violence.

Match-fixing scandal rocks Peruvian soccer

The match-fixing scandal in Peruvian soccer has been under investigation for several months, and several other players and officials have been arrested.

The investigation is being led by the Peruvian National Police and the Public Ministry, and it is expected to continue for several more months.

More arrests expected in the match-fixing scandal

The arrest of Jean Deza is a significant development in the match-fixing scandal in Peruvian soccer, and it is expected to lead to more arrests in the coming weeks.

The scandal has cast a dark cloud over Peruvian soccer, and it is hoped that the arrests and subsequent investigations will help to clean up the sport and restore its integrity.