Manchester City defender Martin Demichelis has been charged by the Football Association in relation to breaking betting rules.

It is alleged that the 35-year-old made 12 separate breaches of the regulations during one week of January this year.

Argentina international Demichelis now has until 5pm on April 5 to respond to the charge.

In 2014, footballers that play in England's top eight leagues were banned from placing wagers on football matches.