He played for Barcelona and now he is accused of fraud

Danish footballer Martin Braithwaite, known for his time at FC Barcelona, has found himself at the center of a controversy that extends beyond the football pitch. According to Danish financial media outlet 'Frihedsbrevet', the real estate fortune that the player and his uncle, Philip Michael, have built in the United States may not be as substantial as advertised.

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Braithwaite and his uncle have promoted a real estate portfolio valued at €250 million, primarily based on smart home projects in cities like Philadelphia. However, 'Frihedsbrevet' claims that numerous investigations have revealed that many of these projects either do not exist or are far from completion.

The main accusations against Braithwaite and his uncle are:

• Non-existent projects: The Danish media outlet claims to have found only one property owned by the footballer, despite the numerous promises of an extensive real estate portfolio.
• Dissatisfied micro-investors: Several small investors who trusted the projects of Braithwaite and his uncle have expressed their dissatisfaction with the lack of results and the lack of transparency in the operations.
• Lack of evidence: Despite requests, Philip Michael has not provided a detailed list of the company's assets, which has fueled suspicions about the veracity of the figures announced.

What does this mean for Braithwaite?

If the accusations prove to be true, Braithwaite could face serious legal and financial consequences. Additionally, his reputation as an entrepreneur could be severely damaged. It is important to note that, so far, these are just accusations and that Braithwaite and his uncle have the right to defend themselves.

What's next?

Both Braithwaite and his uncle are expected to respond publicly to these accusations and present evidence to support their claims. The competent authorities could also launch an investigation to determine if any crimes have been committed.