Hobinger described her club as “amazing” in supporting her in the face of the Dalal’s unwanted attentions.
He included his mobile number and postcode in the sexually explicit messages, which were posted between 27 January and 16 February 2025, the court heard.
He also asked her to visit him.
Worries over the Austrian’s safety rose so much the club’s safety officer travelled with her to matches.
Dalal travelled to an away game in Manchester last February, and was spotted by the pitch at the end of the game.
He later admitted this in a police interview but said he had been mentally unwell.
Defending, Daniel Lister said Dalal was of previous good character and worked in investments.
He said his client had been suffering from a psychotic episode due to a diagnosed condition at the time he was contacting Hobinger.
He was “in the midst of a health crisis” and was seen barefoot, preaching sermons in the street, prompting his ex-wife to try to call for medical help.
