The Real Madrid is facing a new scandal involving one of its players. Raúl Asencio, a defender for the first team, has been charged by the Court of Instruction number 3 of San Bartolomé de Tirajana due to his alleged involvement in the distribution of a sexual video featuring a minor.
Asencio has issued a statement defending his innocence, although the judge has clarified that while he did not participate in the recording of the video, he is accused of breech of secrets for sharing the content with third parties. This case has put the image of the white club in jeopardy, which has already had to deal with other scandals in the past.
The events date back to June 15, 2023, when Asencio and three other youth players from Real Madrid were at a beach club in Gran Canaria. During the day, they met three girls, one of whom was a minor and had informed the players of her situation. Despite this, a sexual encounter occurred between the footballers and the young women, which was recorded without their consent.
The judge has stated that although Asencio was not present during the recording, his charges remain for the distribution of the material. This scandal has had serious repercussions for the victims, who have suffered psychological distress as a result of the situation. According to the court ruling, the minor is experiencing a post-traumatic stress disorder that affects her personal and academic life.
The victims' defense has ten days to submit their sentencing requests, while the defendants' lawyers can appeal the judge's decision. This case not only affects those involved but also calls into question the responsibility of clubs in training their players and protecting minors.
Real Madrid, which has been a bastion of ethics in sports, now finds itself dragged into this scandal that could have long-term consequences. Fans and club executives hope that appropriate measures will be taken to address this situation and protect the integrity of all involved.