Quincy Promes, the celebrated forward of Spartak Moscow, has been arrested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on charges stemming from his alleged involvement with narcotics cartels.
This arrest is the result of a warrant issued by the Kingdom of the Netherlands, where Promes has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison.
Promes, known for his prowess on the football field, was taken into custody while Spartak Moscow was in the UAE for pre-season preparations. His return to Russia was intercepted by border police acting on an international warrant facilitated by Interpol. The Dutch authorities have convicted Promes in absentia for cocaine trafficking and an attempted murder charge, leading to a combined sentence of seven and a half years.
With the arrest in the UAE, Promes faces extradition to the Netherlands where he will serve his sentence. This situation marks a significant turn in the life of the footballer, who had been avoiding extradition by playing in Russia. Svetlana Zhurova, representing the Russian Federation Duma, commented on the arrest, noting the risk Promes took by traveling to the UAE and the swift action by Dutch authorities to ensure his capture.
Promes's arrest not only affects his personal life but also poses a considerable challenge for Spartak Moscow, which will now proceed without one of its key players. His involvement with narcotics cartels, despite a successful football career and financial wealth, highlights a troubling off-field narrative that has ultimately led to his legal troubles.