Luis Rubiales was arrested at Adolfo Suárez Airport on Wednesday. He is being investigated over alleged irregular contracts concluded during his five-year presidency of the RFEF football association.
Possible crimes in this matter include business corruption, unfair administration and money laundering. Criminal investigations are also underway in Spain against the 46-year-old because of the kissing scandal at the 2023 World Cup in Australia. The Spaniard has denied all allegations - including those of corruption. In Spain, prison sentences of up to two years are usually suspended.