Kieran Trippier told friends to 'lump on' bookmakers odds on him joining Atletico Madrid as he closed in on a switch to Spain from Tottenham in 2019.
Trippier was given a 10-week ban from football in December for four betting breaches, although the suspension has been temporarily paused as the Football Association provide Atletico with more information.
The findings behind that ban were published on Tuesday, revealing in-depth discussions between Trippier and his friends over his future.
Tripper was open about leaving Tottenham and told his friends about interest from Italy, involving Juventus and Napoli, as well as LaLiga giants Atletico Madrid.