Flying Eagles midfielder, Daniel Daga, has been handed a six-month prison sentence by a court in Norway.
The verdict was delivered by the Nordmøre and Romsdal District Court, which found the 19-year-old guilty of engaging in a sexual act without consent, according to Norwegian outlet VG Sporten.
In addition to the jail term, the court ordered Daga to pay 10,000 Norwegian kroner to cover legal costs.
Following the ruling, Daga’s club Molde FK confirmed the development but noted that the decision is not yet final because an appeal has been filed.
“The player has, through his defense attorney, notified an appeal of the verdict. The case is therefore not legally binding, and it will be treated further in the Judicial system,” the club said in its statement.
“This is a very demanding case for everyone involved. Molde Football Club as an employer has a responsibility to protect our employees in a defensive manner, while we respect the seriousness of the matter and the burdens this incur on all parties concerned.
“Based on the situation and the ongoing legal process, the club has decided that the player will not be part of the match squad until further notice.
“Regarding the further legal process and all parties involved, Molde FK is not commenting on the matter further at this moment.”
The Norwegian side also confirmed that Daga will remain excluded from the team’s matchday squad while the legal proceedings continue.
