Xavi Hernández, shocked by Dani Alves’ arrest in Barcelona: “I’m in shock”

This is the news that has shaken the world of football in the last few hours: Daniele Alves He was arrested this Friday in Spain in the midst of the case investigating him for an alleged sexual assault of a young woman on December 30. The footballer had appeared to make a statement and the judge ordered his arrest considering that there was a danger of escape by the right-back.

In the preview of the match between Barcelona and Getafe, Xavier He was consulted on the situation of his former teammate and directed to the culé team: “Like everyone, I’m surprised, shocked. A little shocked knowing Dani. It’s the first thing that comes to mind”.

“After that, it’s a matter of justice and it will dictate whatever, we can’t go in there. As for Dani, I feel very bad for him. I’m amazed at how he’s doing and how he’s been here with us. Can’t say more“, closed the coach, who just won the Spanish Super Cup against real Madrid.

Returning to the case of the Brazilian, dThe Pumas club has announced the termination of the 39-year-old player’s contract in the midst of this scandal. “The Universidad Nacional club has made the decision to terminate the employment contract with the player Daniel Alves for just cause starting today”said the president, Leopoldo Silva.

Dani Alves’ statements

Dani Alves’ word was one of the most awaited last week. The accusation against the Brazilian footballer escalated in Barcelona and justice immediately dealt with the case. Although Alves confirmed he was at the scene, he denied contact with the girl accusing him.

“I was in that place, I was with more people having fun. Anyone who knows me knows that I like to dance. I have fun, but without invading the space of others. I’m very sorry, but I don’t know who that lady is. I have never invaded the space of someone without authorization,” Dani said before the judge. But then there were some points in which the right-back would have denied himself, precisely in the event that he had rectified that he had had contacts, but in a consensual way. Given this situation, the case takes a new course and the investigation is ongoing.