Brazilian goalkeeper Elton, who previously played for the "Porto" club, has encountered a serious problem. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
He is accused of violence at home and the 47-year-old footballer must answer before the law. The trial is scheduled to begin in September.
This was reported by the website derbyderebyderby.it. The police were contacted by a woman who was Elton's former partner.
They lived together in a civil marriage for over ten years. Prosecutors are seeking the harshest penalties.
If the charges are confirmed, Elton could face up to eight years in prison. Issues of violence against women are taken very seriously in Europe.
It is also worth noting that the "Porto" team faced failure last season, finishing only in third place in the Portuguese championship. This situation is assessed as the club's inability to achieve its goals.
Elton's trial and its outcome are being closely monitored by the football community.
