Tottenham on Wednesday announced the full-time return to the club of Fabio Paratici as part of a new leadership team.&nbsp;The Italian has been named as joint sporting director, with Dane Johan Lange, who previously held that position at Aston Villa, taking on the same role.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-players-with-most-runs-in-women-s-odi-world-cup-history-debbie-hockley-mithali-raj-janette-brittin-charlotte-edwards-suzie-bates-1757606297874">From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history</a>&nbsp;Paratici had resigned from his position as managing director in April 2023 after a 30-month ban from football-related activity that he had received in Italy was extended worldwide following an investigation into allegations of false accounting at former club Juventus.&nbsp;He was given a suspended prison sentence of 18 months last month after a plea bargain deal.&nbsp;Under Italian law, plea bargaining does not involve a formal admission of guilt.&nbsp;Paratici had been working as a consultant for Spurs but will now resume a full-time position, while Lange steps up from his post as technical director.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-women-s-odi-world-cup-2025-all-you-need-to-know-about-indian-women-s-team-schedule-squad-fixtures-and-more-1758556378933">Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more</a>&nbsp;The club said in a statement: "Johan and Fabio's combined expertise will ensure that every decision, from player pathways and performance development to scouting and recruitment, is aligned and supports one overarching goal -- to build a winning, world-class men's team that endures."&nbsp;Paratici said he was delighted to be back in a permanent role at the London club.&nbsp;"I am convinced that, working in partnership with Johan, we can build a special future for the club and our supporters," he said.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Fabio Paratici had been working as a consultant for Spurs but will now resume a full-time position, while Lange steps up from his post as technical director.

Tottenham on Wednesday announced the full-time return to the club of Fabio Paratici as part of a new leadership team. The Italian has been named as joint sporting director, with Dane Johan Lange, who previously held that position at Aston Villa, taking on the same role. ALSO READ | From Mithali Raj to Janette Brittin, 5 players with most runs in Women's ODI World Cup history Paratici had resigned from his position as managing director in April 2023 after a 30-month ban from football-related activity that he had received in Italy was extended worldwide following an investigation into allegations of false accounting at former club Juventus. He was given a suspended prison sentence of 18 months last month after a plea bargain deal. Under Italian law, plea bargaining does not involve a formal admission of guilt. Paratici had been working as a consultant for Spurs but will now resume a full-time position, while Lange steps up from his post as technical director. ALSO READ | Women's ODI World Cup 2025: All you need to know about Indian women's team schedule, squad, fixtures and more The club said in a statement: "Johan and Fabio's combined expertise will ensure that every decision, from player pathways and performance development to scouting and recruitment, is aligned and supports one overarching goal -- to build a winning, world-class men's team that endures." Paratici said he was delighted to be back in a permanent role at the London club. "I am convinced that, working in partnership with Johan, we can build a special future for the club and our supporters," he said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Fabio Paratici had been working as a consultant for Spurs but will now resume a full-time position, while Lange steps up from his post as technical director.

Fabio Paratici back at Tottenham Hotspur as sporting director after ban

Tottenham's managing director of football Fabio Paratici resigned on Friday after losing an appeal against a 30-month worldwide ban. Paratici was handed the suspension by the Italian football federation (FIGC) in January after his former club Juventus were found guilty of false accounting.&nbsp;

Initially the ban only applied to his homeland, meaning he was free to continue working at Spurs, who he joined in June 2021. However, FIFA last month extended the scope of the ban to having worldwide effect, following a request from the Italian federation.

On Thursday, Paritici's appeal was dismissed by Italy's highest sports court.

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"Whilst there continues to be a dispute as to the scope and extent of the ban, the current worldwide ban prevents Fabio from fulfilling his duties as our managing director of football," Tottenham said in a statement.

"Fabio has consequently taken the decision to resign from his position at the club with immediate effect to focus on his legal position in respect of the FIGC and FIFA rulings."

Paratici had already stepped back from his role pending the appeal with Scott Munn appointed as Tottenham's new chief football officer earlier this month.

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy said: "This has been a stressful time for Fabio and his family. We wanted to ensure that we allowed for due process to be followed. Fabio is a man who lives and breathes football - we wish him well.

"As outlined in our year end results, we started several months ago to restructure our football operations and last week announced the appointment of Scott Munn as chief football officer to head up all the departments."

The Paratici affair, though, has put more pressure on Levy with fans disgruntled by Tottenham's 15-year trophy drought.

Paratici played a major role in bringing former manager Antonio Conte to the club after the pair worked together at Juventus. Conte left Spurs in March after a highly-critical rant towards his players following a 3-3 draw at Southampton.

Levy attracted further criticism for then appointing Conte's former assistant Cristian Stellini as interim manager until the end of the season.

A 3-2 home defeat to relegation-threatened Bournemouth last weekend has severely dented Spurs' hopes of qualifying for next season's Champions League.

Tottenham are fifth in the Premier League, three points adrift of Newcastle, who they face on Sunday, but have played a game more than the Magpies.

Tottenham's managing director of football Fabio Paratici resigned on Friday after losing an appeal against a 30-month worldwide ban. Paratici was handed the suspension by the Italian football federation (FIGC) in January after his former club Juventus were found guilty of false accounting.

Tottenham's managing director of football Fabio Paratici resigned on Friday after losing an appeal against a 30-month worldwide ban. Paratici was handed the suspension by the Italian football federation (FIGC) in January after his former club Juventus were found guilty of false accounting. Initially the ban only applied to his homeland, meaning he was free to continue working at Spurs, who he joined in June 2021. However, FIFA last month extended the scope of the ban to having worldwide effect, following a request from the Italian federation. On Thursday, Paritici's appeal was dismissed by Italy's highest sports court. ALSO READ: Europa League: Sevilla beat 'sloppy' Manchester United on aggregate to advance to semis "Whilst there continues to be a dispute as to the scope and extent of the ban, the current worldwide ban prevents Fabio from fulfilling his duties as our managing director of football," Tottenham said in a statement. "Fabio has consequently taken the decision to resign from his position at the club with immediate effect to focus on his legal position in respect of the FIGC and FIFA rulings." Paratici had already stepped back from his role pending the appeal with Scott Munn appointed as Tottenham's new chief football officer earlier this month. Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy said: "This has been a stressful time for Fabio and his family. We wanted to ensure that we allowed for due process to be followed. Fabio is a man who lives and breathes football - we wish him well. "As outlined in our year end results, we started several months ago to restructure our football operations and last week announced the appointment of Scott Munn as chief football officer to head up all the departments." The Paratici affair, though, has put more pressure on Levy with fans disgruntled by Tottenham's 15-year trophy drought. Paratici played a major role in bringing former manager Antonio Conte to the club after the pair worked together at Juventus. Conte left Spurs in March after a highly-critical rant towards his players following a 3-3 draw at Southampton. Levy attracted further criticism for then appointing Conte's former assistant Cristian Stellini as interim manager until the end of the season. A 3-2 home defeat to relegation-threatened Bournemouth last weekend has severely dented Spurs' hopes of qualifying for next season's Champions League. Tottenham are fifth in the Premier League, three points adrift of Newcastle, who they face on Sunday, but have played a game more than the Magpies.

Spurs managing director Fabio Paratici resigns after losing appeal against 30-month worldwide ban

FIFA have extended bans imposed on past and present Juventus officials to apply worldwide, the soccer governing body said on Wednesday, with Tottenham Hotspur's current managing director of football Fabio Paratici among the individuals affected by the move.

In January, Serie A's Juventus were deducted 15 points for the season by an Italian soccer court investigating the club's transfer dealings and finances.

The court also imposed bans from holding office in Italian soccer on a number of the club's officials.

These included a 30-month ban for former sports director, Paratici, who joined Tottenham in 2021 following an 11-year stint at Juventus.

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Juventus have denied wrongdoing and said their accounting was in line with industry standards. They have also lodged an appeal against the ruling.

"FIFA can confirm that following a request by the Italian FA (FIGC), the Chairperson of FIFA Disciplinary Committee has decided to extend the sanctions imposed by FIGC on several football officials to have worldwide effect," a FIFA spokesperson told Reuters.

FIFA's decision leaves Paratici's future at Tottenham in doubt and adds to the uncertainty surrounding the London club, who are currently searching for a new manager after parting ways with Antonio Conte on Sunday.

Reuters has reached out to Tottenham for comment.

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FIFA have extended bans imposed on past and present Juventus officials to apply worldwide, the soccer governing body said on Wednesday, with Tottenham Hotspur's current managing director of football Fabio Paratici among the individuals affected by the move.

FIFA have extended bans imposed on past and present Juventus officials to apply worldwide, the soccer governing body said on Wednesday, with Tottenham Hotspur's current managing director of football Fabio Paratici among the individuals affected by the move. In January, Serie A's Juventus were deducted 15 points for the season by an Italian soccer court investigating the club's transfer dealings and finances. The court also imposed bans from holding office in Italian soccer on a number of the club's officials. These included a 30-month ban for former sports director, Paratici, who joined Tottenham in 2021 following an 11-year stint at Juventus. ALSO READ | Will IPL 2023 be MS Dhoni's final season? MI skipper Rohit Sharma shares his take Juventus have denied wrongdoing and said their accounting was in line with industry standards. They have also lodged an appeal against the ruling. "FIFA can confirm that following a request by the Italian FA (FIGC), the Chairperson of FIFA Disciplinary Committee has decided to extend the sanctions imposed by FIGC on several football officials to have worldwide effect," a FIFA spokesperson told Reuters. FIFA's decision leaves Paratici's future at Tottenham in doubt and adds to the uncertainty surrounding the London club, who are currently searching for a new manager after parting ways with Antonio Conte on Sunday. Reuters has reached out to Tottenham for comment. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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