Refereeing supervisor Andrea Gervasoni made a crucial statement today, insisting he is '100 per cent sure the VAR audio for Inter-Roma was not manipulated.' This declaration comes as a major refereeing scandal rocks Serie A, a league prominently featuring Hellas Verona FC. Gervasoni, who has previously officiated significant matches, including fixtures at Verona's Bentegodi stadium, spoke with investigators for four hours in Milan.

Italian football is once again grappling with a scandal after chief Serie A and B refereeing designator Gianluca Rocchi was placed under formal investigation for sporting fraud. This inquiry has cast a shadow over the integrity of the refereeing system, with potential repercussions for all clubs, including Hellas Verona FC.

Currently, four other figures from the refereeing world are also under investigation, with interrogations commencing today in Milan. While Rocchi refused to attend, former referee and until recently VAR supervisor Andrea Gervasoni, who suspended himself following the investigation, did sit down for a four-hour meeting, providing his account of events.

Gervasoni firmly reiterated his conviction that there was no manipulation of the VAR audio concerning the controversial match between Inter and Roma. His testimony is considered crucial in shedding light on the accusations that threaten to undermine confidence in the Serie A refereeing system.

The outcome of these investigations will have a significant impact on the future of Italian football and the perception of fairness in the league, a fundamental aspect for teams like Hellas Verona FC and its supporters. The football community awaits further developments as authorities continue to investigate this sensitive matter.