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The Prosecutor's Office has reportedly made a request on the rape case involving former Barcelona defender Dani Alves.
Dani Alves could remain behind bars for years following the latest reports in Spain.
This week, it was reported that the 40-year-old Brazilian footballer who has spent over 200 days locked up in Brians II prison could find himself incarcerated for even longer.
Alves has been in prison since January having been arrested for allegedly raping a 23-year-old lady at a popular nightclub in Barcelona.
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According to latest reports, the Prosecutor's Office is asking for nine years in prison for Dani Alves for the alleged sexual assault he committed at the Sutton nightclub in Barcelona in the early hours of December 30, 2022.
AS Tikitakas reports the EFE agency have also announced the former Pumas and Juventus defender would have to pay compensation of ₦175.5 million (150,000) euros to the alleged victim.
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Alves, who has seen several of his appeals thrown out the window, has been forced to alter his statements in a bid to secure his release on bail, at least.
Despite the allegations, the footballer has maintained that the sexual relations he had with the victim were consensual, something that the complainant has always denied.
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Dani Alves could reach potential agreement to avoid jail time
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The report from the aforementioned outlet reveals the prosecutor's request is not binding.
Once issued, it will be up to the presiding judge in the case to determine whether the request conforms to the facts prosecuted.
Alves was expected to stand trial before Christmas, however, reports indicate that the trial will finally take place in the first quarter of 2024.
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However, Alves could reportedly reach an agreement with the Prosecutor's office - If this agreement were to be reached, with which all parties, including the Prosecutor's Office, would have to agree, Alves would avoid spending time behind bars.
The article of the Penal Code that includes the “crime of sexual assault with penetration” has a penalty that could range between four and 12 years in prison.
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