The crisis engulfing the leadership of Italy’s refereeing body is intensifying by the day. What initially appeared to be an isolated episode is now evolving into a far-reaching investigation that could implicate the highest levels of the system. At the center remains chief referee selector Gianluca Rocchi, as new hearings continue to broaden the scope of the inquiry.

According to sources within the Federal Prosecutor’s Office, scrutiny is no longer limited to top-profile officials. Mid-tier referees and lesser-known assistants have also been summoned to clarify alleged irregularities in internal management. Attention is being paid to the evaluation system and suspicions of opaque dynamics that may have favored certain individuals over others.

Despite firm backing from the association’s leadership, Rocchi’s position is growing increasingly precarious. He maintains that all decisions are based solely on technical merit, yet a climate of distrust now threatens the stability of a sector already under pressure from ongoing VAR-related controversies.

With the football season entering its ending phase - marked by tight races for Champions League qualification and relegation survival - there are mounting fears that the investigation could impact refereeing performances. Meanwhile, inquiries continue, with further questioning scheduled and investigators analyzing communications between those involved.