Two more trainers at the academy, one of whom is the brother of the Tottenham captain Son, are also convicted. All three are fined around 23,000 kronor each.
It was in April this year that the parents of a child at the academy reported that their son had been subjected to a physical attack – according to the news agency AP, the 12-year-old was hit with a corner flag.
In addition, he and other children were also subjected to verbal abuse.
In addition to the fines, the three convicted must complete a 40-hour treatment program for child abuse. The verdicts can be appealed.
Son Woong-Jung is well-known in South Korea. He has, among other things, written a book where he describes how he helped his son become one of the best players in English football.
