Gerard Piqué Probed Over Saudi Arabia Deal

Gerard Piqué is under official investigation for his role in the Spanish Super Cup deal with Saudi Arabia.

The former football star's sports entertainment company, Kosmos, received a €4 million annual commission.

A Spanish judge expanded the probe into the Spanish Super Cup to include Gerard Piqué.

The investigation focuses on corruption and money laundering allegations.

The Madrid-based court revealed contracts between the federation and Saudi Arabia were signed in 2019 and 2020.

The case is still in its investigative phase, and the judge can shelve it or recommend it go to trial.

Gerard Piqué has since retired from football, but his company Kosmos was involved in the deal.

Kosmos also revamped tennis' Davis Cup and started the alternative King’s League football competition.

Police arrested former federation president Luis Rubiales and other employees in April, but he was released.

The probe was expanded to include Rubiales' successor, Pedro Rocha, who took over as interim federation president.

Rocha stepped in after Rubiales resigned in September, following a national embarrassment.

The incident occurred when Rubiales kissed a player without her consent during the Women’s World Cup awards ceremony.

Gerard Piqué's company Kosmos did not respond to requests for comment.

The judge requested a bank account of Kosmos to be frozen in April.

The Spanish Super Cup deal with Saudi Arabia is worth €40 million a year, with Kosmos receiving a €4 million annual commission.

The investigation will examine the allegations of corruption and money laundering related to the deal.

Gerard Piqué was still playing for Barcelona and participating in the Super Cup when the contracts were signed.

The case has sparked controversy, with many calling for transparency and accountability.

The outcome of the investigation is still uncertain, but it could have significant implications for Gerard Piqué and his company Kosmos.

The Spanish football federation has faced criticism for its handling of the deal and the subsequent investigation.

The incident has raised questions about the integrity of the sport and the involvement of high-profile figures like Gerard Piqué.