Formal man u defender Patrice Evra was sentenced to jail for three month due to abandonment of family.Patrice has not just been sentenced once and not twice.
The recent legal issues faced by ex-Manchester United stars Patrice Evra and Anderson underscore the difficulties some former footballers encounter when adjusting to life after retirement.
Patrice Evra, a once-admired left-back, has been handed a 12-month prison sentence in France for neglecting to fulfill his financial obligations to his family. Reports from *Le Parisien* reveal that Evra owes almost €1 million in alimony to his ex-wife, Sandra Evra, and their two children. His failure to address this large debt resulted in a conviction by a Nanterre court for the offense of “abandoning” his family, a grave violation under French law. This legal setback has tarnished the image of a player who once enjoyed significant respect for his performances on the football field.
Similarly, Anderson, a former Manchester United midfielder, is facing a prison sentence in Brazil for failing to pay £45,000 in child support for his nine children. According to the Brazilian news outlet GZH, Anderson could serve his sentence in a “semi-open” regime, allowing him to work or study during the day while returning to prison at night. This comes in addition to accusations from 2020, where Anderson was accused of laundering £4.7 million through cryptocurrency, adding more complexity to his post-playing life.
These incidents highlight the challenges some former athletes face in managing their personal and financial responsibilities after leaving professional sports. Despite their achievements on the pitch, Evra and Anderson’s current legal struggles serve as cautionary tales, emphasizing the importance of planning for life after football and staying committed to their personal obligations.
