Former Barcelona player Dani Alves has been sentenced to four and a half years in prison in Spain for sexual assault. The Brazilian footballer will also be receiving a million-dollar sum as part of the sentencing, according to El Tiempo.
The news of Alves’ conviction has sparked a range of reactions, with his ex-wife expressing overwhelming shock upon learning of the sentence, as reported by LA NACION. The Brazilian government has also reacted strongly to the news, with one publication stating that Brazil has “exploded” over Alves’ conviction, calling it a soft punishment in the face of such an atrocity, according to AS.
Despite the sentencing, Alves may not serve his full term behind bars. According to ESPN Deportes, Hacienda will be returning money to Alves, with the aim of seeking his freedom. The situation is still evolving, but it is clear that Dani Alves’ legal troubles are far from over. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.