Advertisement

Italian police investigating Cannavaro for tax fraud

Cannvaro is being investigating by Italian finance police. Credit: PA

World Cup winning captain Fabio Cannavaro is being investigated by Italian finance police over alleged tax fraud.

The 41 year-old former defender lifted the World Cup for Italy in 2006, and worked as a pundit for ITV during the 2014 tournament in Brazil.

Police are thought to be investigating claims of wrongdoing relating to a luxury boat rental company he set up with his wife.

The Italian authorities confirmed on Wednesday they have seized approximately £712,000 worth of Cannavaro's assets.