A Banyana Banyana player has been scammed out of an undisclosed amount of money by a fake soccer agent.
The player, who has not been named, received a call from a man pretending to be the famous soccer agent Jazzman. The man offered the player a lucrative deal to play abroad and secure sponsorships.
The player was initially skeptical, but the man was able to convince her that he was legitimate. He sent her fake documents and even set up a meeting with her.
The player eventually agreed to pay the man a fee in order for the deal to go through.
However, after the player paid the fee, the man disappeared. The player then realized that she had been scammed. She has since reported the incident to the police.
This is not the first time that a Banyana Banyana player has been scammed. In 2019, another player was scammed out of $10,000 by a fake agent.
The South African Football Association (SAFA) has warned players to be wary of fake agents. SAFA has said that players should only deal with legitimate agents who are registered with the association.
The scam is a reminder of the dangers of dealing with fake agents. Players should always be careful and do their research before agreeing to any deal.
Advice to Players
To avoid being scammed, players should follow these tips:
- Only deal with legitimate agents who are registered with the South African Football Association (SAFA).
- Do your research before agreeing to any deal.
- Be wary of agents who ask for money upfront.
- Never send personal or financial information to someone you do not know.
If you think you have been scammed, you should report it to the police immediately.
