Blake Ferguson arrested in Japan as new club apologises

The 31-year-old was released by Parramatta Eels at the end of the 2021 season and recently sealed a deal to join Japanese club NEC Green Rockets Tokatsu.

Reports out of Japan claim Ferguson was involved in a physical altercation at a restaurant in Roppongi on December 30 with a subsequent police search finding cocaine in his belongings.

On New Year’s Day, NEC Green Rockets confirmed their player had been arrested and apologised for his actions.

“Blake Ferguson, a contract player belonging to NEC Green Rockets Tokatsu, was arrested on December 30 on suspicion of possessing illegal drugs,” a club statement read.

“We deeply apologise for causing a great deal of concern and inconvenience to everyone involved.

Source: https://www.sportingnews.com/au/league/news/blake-ferguson-arrested-in-japan-for-alleged-drug-possession-as-new-club-apologises/gt6ocz9883a9zzsia7jof7ym