Rui Pinto to leave Portugal after witness protection removed

Rui Pinto says he is preparing to leave Portugal because he fears for his safety. The whistleblower behind the Football Leaks documents has been told his participation in the country's witness protection programme has been removed. His lawyers will appeal the decision and describe his situation as critical. Pinto's leaks fed into a series of investigations, including reporting around Manchester City. He has not said where he intends to go. No date has been given for the move.