David Coote: UEFA has initiated an investigation following the emergence of a purported new video involving a Premier League referee; inquiries by PGMOL and the FA are still in progress.

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In a dramatic turn of events, UEFA has launched an investigation into Premier League referee David Coote following the emergence of a controversial video on social media. This latest development comes on the heels of Coote’s suspension by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL), which was already in place pending a full inquiry into a separate video that allegedly captured him using expletives to describe Liverpool and their former manager, Jurgen Klopp.

The new footage, which remains unverified in terms of the individual’s identity, was published by The Sun on Wednesday, prompting UEFA to take action. A statement released on Thursday confirmed that a UEFA Ethics and Disciplinary Inspector has been appointed to assess whether Coote has violated UEFA’s Disciplinary Regulations.

“Further information regarding this matter will be made available in due course,” the statement read, leaving many in the football community eager for clarity.

In a widely circulated statement on Wednesday, PGMOL acknowledged the emergence of the new video and emphasized that they are treating the allegations against Coote with the utmost seriousness. The Premier League official is already under scrutiny from the Football Association (FA) following the initial video that surfaced on social media earlier this week.

This original video reportedly showed a man, alleged to be Coote, disparaging Liverpool and Klopp, labelling the German manager as “arrogant.” Darren Lewis from The Mirror later reported that Coote has “accepted the viral video in which he appears is genuine,” although it is believed he does not recall the specifics of the conversation, which was recorded several years ago.

As the situation unfolds, PGMOL has stated that they will be “making no further comment” until the investigation reaches its conclusion.

Coote, who has been officiating in the Premier League since 2018, was in charge of Liverpool’s recent 2-0 victory over Aston Villa on Saturday. He has also officiated significant matches, including the 2023 Carabao Cup final between Manchester United and Newcastle United, and has been appointed as a lead VAR for Euro 2024.

As the football world watches closely, the implications of this investigation could have far-reaching consequences for Coote and the integrity of officiating in the Premier League.