Barcelona icon Andrés Iniesta, 41, is facing serious heat from Peruvian prosecutors over allegations of aggravated fraud tied to his company, Never Say Never (NSN) Barcelona, and its subsidiary NSN Sudamérica. The probe exploded this week (November 11, 2025) after a complaint from Peruvian businessmen claiming Iniesta's global stardom was used to lure them into a $600,000 (€500,000+) investment trap for "events" that never materialized.
Quick Breakdown: The Alleged Scam
Prosecutors say NSN pitched high-profile soccer clinics and tournaments in Peru, dangling Iniesta's name to hook investors. Funds poured in (at least $600K from multiple businessmen), but the events? Ghosted. No refunds, no follow-up—just silence. Iniesta's rep allegedly sealed the deal, turning his World Cup hero status into a "bait" for the con.
| Key Timeline | Details |
|---|---|
| 2023–2024 | NSN pitches events to Peruvian investors; money flows in via subsidiary. |
| Early 2025 | Complaints filed; probe launches quietly. |
| Nov 11, 2025 | Public charges drop: Iniesta named in "aggravated fraud" case. |
| Ongoing | No arrest yet; investigation ramps up. Iniesta's team: "He's unaware—victim too?" |
Iniesta's camp fired back fast: "Unaware of allegations; he's a victim of bad actors." Fans on X are split—some cry "setup," others demand accountability (#IniestaFraud trending globally). This ain't his first rodeo; he faced a 2017 Spanish tax probe (settled with €600K fine), but Peru's playing hardball.
Soccer world's watching—could this tarnish the El Mago legacy? Stay tuned; hearings kick off soon. Thoughts: Fame curse or foul play?
