FC Barcelona Fined 15 Million Euros : In La Liga everything is going very well for FC Barcelona who could be crowned champions this Sunday but the Blaugrana have a number of issues to deal with outside the pitch.
Despite a complicated European campaign, the Catalans have already qualified for the next edition of the Champions League. But besides that, the financial problems of the former club of Lionel Messi do not stop.
According to El Confidencial, Barca have been fined 15.7 million euros by the Spanish tax authorities for not paying the salaries of certain players correctly. The Spanish tax authorities have investigated possible salary compensation with the sale of Audi cars, a German brand in partnership with the club.
The Spanish tax authorities fine Barça €15.7 million for payment irregularities to players! The investigation began in 2019 and dates back to 2015.
In addition to the cars, there are also payments for undeclared charter flights. In addition, the tax authorities have identified discrepancies in the income at source of the players. As mentioned, this investigation started in 2019, and the conclusion is that Barca are fined 15.7 million euros.
Meanwhile the team still lead the La Liga standings on 82 points in 33 games and they could be confirmed champions if they can defeat Espagnol on Sunday.
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