It has been reported that the demand for Dani Alves jerseys has increased fourfold since the Brazilian footballer’s incarceration.
Allegations and Legal Proceedings Against Dani Alves
Dani Alves has been held in custody for over two months without bail after being charged with sexually assaulting a young woman in a Barcelona nightclub’s restroom. His legal team has been working tirelessly to secure his release from prison until the trial takes place.
Dani Alves and the Prison Football League
In the meantime, Alves has found himself at the center of an unexpected business venture within the prison walls. The former Barcelona defender has been well-received by his fellow inmates in module 13 of Brians 2 prison. As a prominent figure in the football world, Alves has organized a league in which various teams participate.
Increased Demand for Alves’ Football Shirts
According to ElCaso.com, demand for Alves’ football shirts has skyrocketed since he was incarcerated. Additionally, there has been a surge in the trading of Barcelona shirts autographed by Dani Alves himself.
The Inmate-Run Autograph Business
One inmate has been granted permission to move throughout the prison to collect Blaugrana shirts, which come from various sources, such as family members or courier services. This inmate then brings the shirts to module 13, where Alves signs them. After the signing, the inmate returns the shirts to their respective modules, and they are subsequently sent to the inmates’ families or friends.
However, this service isn’t free; the inmate running the operation charges a commission for each shirt, which is paid in packets of tobacco or other products available in the prison store.
Awaiting Trial
As of now, Dani Alves continues his routine in prison while awaiting the announcement of his trial date. According to recent estimates, it could take up to a year and a half for the trial date to be determined.