A court in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, sentenced a 57-year-old German woman to two years in prison after convicting her of embezzlement and breach of trust in a high-profile real estate case involving Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski . The case stemmed from the sale of luxury properties on the Spanish island, where the woman allegedly abused her position to misappropriate substantial sums of money.
Details of the ruling and the fraud operation
According to reports from Spanish media and RT, the defendant confessed to the charges against her before the Second Chamber of the court. The woman, who was the sole director of Archipación SL and owned 25% of its shares, was implicated in embezzling nearly €3 million from the proceeds of the sale of two properties purchased by the Polish attacker. In addition to a prison sentence, the court imposed a daily fine of €4 for six months and ordered her to pay compensation to the victims—a German couple who previously owned the properties—a sum exceeding €1.6 million.
Lewandowski's investments in Mallorca
Robert Lewandowski is known for his deep affection for Spain, and specifically for the island of Mallorca, even before his official transfer to FC Barcelona. In 2021, the Polish star purchased a luxurious villa in Calvià for approximately €3.5 million. This property boasts exceptional features, with 400 square meters of built area situated on a 1,200 square meter plot, offering the privacy and luxury sought after by football stars.
Mallorca: A destination for stars and celebrities
Robert Lewandowski's purchase of a house in Mallorca is not an isolated incident, but rather part of a broader trend that has made the island a magnet for sports stars and celebrities worldwide. Mallorca boasts stunning natural beauty, a mild climate, and high-quality tourism and real estate infrastructure, making it a preferred holiday destination for players seeking respite from the pressures of matches and the paparazzi. This influx of wealthy individuals has driven up property values in the region, creating a thriving market, but it also necessitates strict legal safeguards to ensure the integrity of transactions, as this case has demonstrated.
Legal dimensions and securing major deals
This case highlights the importance of strict legal procedures in Spain regarding financial and real estate crimes. The verdict against the German woman confirms the seriousness with which the Spanish judiciary protects foreign investors and original owners from fraudulent activities perpetrated by intermediaries. As for Lewandowski, this incident has not affected his enjoyment of the island, where he continues to spend his leisure time whenever the Spanish League and Champions League schedules allow, also taking advantage of his second home in the Camp de Mar area.
