The home of Espanyol winger, Keita Baldé, was recently burgled in Arenys de Mar, near Barcelona.
Three thieves broke into his luxurious residence, confining his mother to a room while they accessed a safe, stealing luxury watches and other valuables.
*Players whose homes have been Robbed*
Sadly, this targeting of footballers' homes is not new. Kevin De Bruyne's home in Belgium was burgled earlier this week with the Manchester City player's wife and children reportedly not at home when the burglars broke in.
Additionally, Senegalese forward Sadio Mane was playing at Anfield when several people forced entry into his Merseyside home in Allerton between 6 pm and 11:45 pm.
Luxury watches, mobile phones, and car keys were among the items stolen during the incident, according to the Liverpool Echo.
Phil Jagielka was held at Knifepoint when burglars broke into his home taking him hostage, and doing away with some valuable Jewelry before riding off with his Car which was later found not too far from his home.
Roberto Firmino's home in Mossley Hill was reportedly raided by a hooded gang in January 2017.
Former England Skipper Wayne Ronney had his Cheshire mansion burgled while playing his testimonial in August 2016.
Reece James while playing for Chelsea had his home ransacked with the burglars stealing his Champions League medal in the process.
These burglaries often occur when the players are away at games.
*What has Keita Baldé Done?*
Keita Baldé has reported the crime, joining the unfortunate list of football stars facing such incidents.
The Catalan police, Mossos d’Esquadra, are investigating the burglary and suspect the involvement of an Eastern European criminal gang. Keita Baldé has officially filed a complaint.
The burglary occurred earlier this week but details surfaced days later.
Despite being away in Andorra with his team, preparing for an upcoming match, this incident underscores the growing trend of burglaries targeting high-profile footballers.
The combination of their high-profile status and wealth renders them attractive targets for criminals.
This occurrence starkly highlights the vulnerability these athletes experience, notwithstanding their fame and accomplishments.
Keita Baldé made a substitute appearance in Espanyol's recent game, in which the team drew 1:1 with Andorra on Saturday contributing an own goal and receiving a booking during added time.
Three thieves broke into his luxurious residence, confining his mother to a room while they accessed a safe, stealing luxury watches and other valuables.
*Players whose homes have been Robbed*
Sadly, this targeting of footballers' homes is not new. Kevin De Bruyne's home in Belgium was burgled earlier this week with the Manchester City player's wife and children reportedly not at home when the burglars broke in.
Additionally, Senegalese forward Sadio Mane was playing at Anfield when several people forced entry into his Merseyside home in Allerton between 6 pm and 11:45 pm.
Luxury watches, mobile phones, and car keys were among the items stolen during the incident, according to the Liverpool Echo.
Phil Jagielka was held at Knifepoint when burglars broke into his home taking him hostage, and doing away with some valuable Jewelry before riding off with his Car which was later found not too far from his home.
Roberto Firmino's home in Mossley Hill was reportedly raided by a hooded gang in January 2017.
Former England Skipper Wayne Ronney had his Cheshire mansion burgled while playing his testimonial in August 2016.
Reece James while playing for Chelsea had his home ransacked with the burglars stealing his Champions League medal in the process.
These burglaries often occur when the players are away at games.
*What has Keita Baldé Done?*
Keita Baldé has reported the crime, joining the unfortunate list of football stars facing such incidents.
The Catalan police, Mossos d’Esquadra, are investigating the burglary and suspect the involvement of an Eastern European criminal gang. Keita Baldé has officially filed a complaint.
The burglary occurred earlier this week but details surfaced days later.
Despite being away in Andorra with his team, preparing for an upcoming match, this incident underscores the growing trend of burglaries targeting high-profile footballers.
The combination of their high-profile status and wealth renders them attractive targets for criminals.
This occurrence starkly highlights the vulnerability these athletes experience, notwithstanding their fame and accomplishments.
Keita Baldé made a substitute appearance in Espanyol's recent game, in which the team drew 1:1 with Andorra on Saturday contributing an own goal and receiving a booking during added time.