Patrice Evra Addresses Family Abandonment Amid Prison Sentence Rumors: Video
- Patrice Evra has addressed the swirling reports about an alleged family abandonment and prison-related issues
- The former France defender was reported to have been guilty of abandoning his family for a period of over two years
- The 43-year-old has shared a new video on Instagram, explaining his side of the story amid reports of a prison sentence
Patrice Evra has once again taken to social media to address allegations of family abandonment and a potential prison sentence.
The former Manchester United star has been the subject of media scrutiny following reports of his failure to pay alimony and accusations of abandoning his family.
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According to Le Parisien, the 43-year-old received a suspended 12-month prison sentence after being found guilty of neglecting his family for two years.
The report also claims that Evra owes over £800,000 in alimony to his former partner, Sandra Evra, and their two children.
However, in a recent statement, the retired footballer has shared his perspective on the situation amidst the growing reports.
Evra speaks on alimony/prison rumours
In a video shared on his official Instagram account, Patrice Evra clarified that the allegations against him are far from the truth.
The 43-year-old emphasised that these accusations originate from his former partner, with whom he has since parted ways.
The former France international claimed that his ex-partner has been attempting to retaliate against him.
Evra further stated that he currently supports up to 400 children and adequately provides for his ex-wife and their children, including the shelter they live in, which he provides.
The former left-back concluded by expressing his need to address the issue amidst reports of a prison sentence. He emphasised that he would never want to subject his children to the unpleasant situation he experienced as a child.
Evra shares bizarre video
YEN.com.gh in another report, stated that Evra shared a bizarre video on social media in response to rumours about his imprisonment.
The former Monaco left-back was seen in an orange prison suit, standing in a prison yard, mocking the swirling reports about his alleged sentence.
Evra won the UEFA Champions League crown with Manchester United in his active days as a football player.
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