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Soccer Player Denies Sexual Harassment Allegations, Lawyer Claims Extortion Attempt

A top Israeli soccer player is accused of sexual harassment by a masseur, but denies the allegations, with his lawyer claiming it's an extortion attempt. The player continues to train and play as police have not yet summoned him for questioning.

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What happened

  1. 01A top Israeli soccer player denies sexual harassment allegations made by a masseur.
  2. 02The player's lawyer claims the masseur attempted extortion after the player ignored a demand for money.
  3. 03The player has not been summoned for police questioning and continues to train and play.
  4. 04The masseur's lawyers describe the incident as a traumatic sexual harassment and assault.
  5. 05The masseur claims the incident has severely impacted his mental health and ability to work.

The masseur's lawyers describe the incident as a "severe and traumatic event" that has deeply affected their client's mental state.

Translated and summarized by baba from N12, the latest report. Read N12’s original

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