15:33  ,  January 22, 2018

Robinho, who is sentenced to 9 years in prison, to play in Turkey

Brazilian forward Robinho, who was sentenced to nine years in prison for participating in a gang rape, will continue his professional football career in Turkey.

The player has reached an agreement with Sivasspor, informed the official website of this club.  

The 33-year-old footballer will arrive in Turkey on Tuesday and sign a contract with Sivasspor.

It was noted that Robinho, who was found guilty of participating in a rape, will appeal the indictment. 

According to the press, this crime had taken place on January 22, 2013, in Milan, Italy. 

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