The Spanish police are currently investigating the bank accounts of former Barcelona defender Gerard Pique in connection with a corruption case involving former President of the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF), Luis Rubiales.
According to AS, Pique’s bank accounts are under investigation due to the relationship between Kosmos, the sports entertainment company he owns, and Rubiales, the former president of the RFEF, who was previously detained at the airport upon returning from the Dominican Republic but was later released. At present, the investigative authorities are still conducting judicial inquiries into the business dealings overseen by him, which led to the staging of the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia.
Previously, on March 20th, the Central Operating Unit (UCO) and the Civil Guard carried out searches at the headquarters of the Royal Spanish Football Federation. Sources from Marca at the time reported that more than 10 searches of private residences were conducted, leading to the temporary detention of 7 individuals, including former RFEF President Luis Rubiales, who is also under investigation.
Regarding the recent allegations reported by AS, a Kosmos official stated that no company employees have been detained or investigated, and no assets have been searched. The company, founded by Pique, gained prominence through its collaboration with the Davis Cup, which lasted from 2018 to 2023 despite the initial agreement being for 25 years.
When asked about the legitimacy of his income, Rubiales previously stated: “I do not know what the judge has said or what the Civil Guard has investigated. The money in my bank accounts is the result of my work and savings.”
The corruption case involving Rubiales has sparked public debate, but Pique’s role in the matter remains undetermined as the investigation is ongoing.