Carneiro’s tribunal begins

An employment tribunal brought by former Chelsea first-team doctor Eva Carneiro against the club and former manager Jose Mourinho is scheduled to begin today.

Carneiro is claiming constructive dismissal against Chelsea and has a separate, but connected, personal legal action against Mourinho, who left the club in December, for alleged victimisation and discrimination.

The case, which is anticipated to be heard over seven to 10 days until June 24, is due to open at Croydon Employment Tribunal in south London, but could be settled at any time.

All three parties must agree to a settlement for the tribunal, which would be accessible to the public and the media, to be averted.

Private hearings in January and February took place without a resolution and it appears the case will proceed to the tribunal.

Witness statements and documents – including texts and emails – would likely be made …

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