The former Copa America champion was captured and is now at the disposal of the authorities, according to the media outlet OLE.
The capture was carried out yesterday morning by local police in a surprise operation. The former champion, whose name was not revealed, was detained at his home and taken to the police station.
According to police sources, the former footballer is being investigated for his alleged involvement in a money laundering case related to illegal betting in sports. More details about the case are expected to be known in the coming hours.
For now, the former champion is available to the authorities to make a statement and clarify his legal situation.
