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Oleguer Heading For Prison?

Ajax defender Oleguer Presas could soon be behind bars. The Catalan was involved in a riot in 2002 and is now being prosecuted for his behaviour...

Sep 26, 2008 2:58:54 PM

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According to Marca, 28-year-old Ajax defender Oleguer Presas could be heading to prison for two years. The Catalan nationalist became involved a riot several years ago and allegedly wounded a police officer.

The incident happened on September 27th 2003 in Sabadell, near Barcelona. According to the charges, Oleguer threw several objects in the direction of a police officer, who was wounded by a stone during the skirmish.

The riot occurred close to trendy bar Bemba and more than twenty people were injured. Furthermore, eleven men, including the former Barcelona defender, were arrested.

It’s not yet known when the court will decide on the matter, but it would be a serious disappointment for Ajax if they were to lose their recent signing for two seasons.

Oleguer has quickly become an important part of the Ajax defence in the few weeks since his arrival.

The strong defender is currently sidelined following a hamstring injury and will miss the upcoming Eredivisie match against Vitesse.

Stefan Coerts