The previous Wednesday, as exactly 14 months had elapsed since his imprisonment began, the Barcelona Court of Appeal allowed Dani Alves to leave jail after a one‑million‑euro payment. Within 48 hours, he and his circle were still pushing to raise that amount and walk free, though the path remained uncertain. What is clear is that his possible exit raises multiple questions about process, speed, and accountability in a high‑profile case.
Will Alves be able to cover the bail in time? There is no set deadline. The money can be deposited into the 21st Section of the Barcelona Court’s current account. Once the funds are lodged, the Secretariat will issue a certificate, the court will sign an order of release, and Brians 2 will be informed that the inmate may depart. In prison, expediency is urged across all steps.
Is Alves going out through the main gate of the prison? Not really. There is no back door; the only exit is through the front. Outside, a car might be waiting, but advance notice of release is required. The media, stationed at the door, tend to capture only brief glimpses as the player leaves, often before the full sequence is visible to observers.
Is there a timetable for presenting the bail? The court’s public hours run from 9:00 to 14:00 every day. That window is the deadline for posting the bail. If the payment is not made by then, another day passes inside the facility, and a Friday submission would mean the weekend awaits.
Where will the money go? The funds are held in the 21st Section account of the Barcelona Court as a guarantee for the ongoing penal process. If the penalty is later reduced or extended and the individual must return to prison, the money will be returned. If the inmate flees, the money is forfeited to the State.
Is there help available to raise the one‑million euros? The Alves case had seen backing from Neymar and others who could influence the fundraising effort, but recent moves have weakened those prospects. Alves has mortgaged half of his Barcelona home, and his accounts in Brazil are blocked due to a separate separation dispute. Assistance would need to come from family or friends, plus potential bank guarantees. A potential incentive could be a windfall from tax settlements, which would improve liquidity for a loan. The timeline remains uncertain, and observers wait to see how much support will arrive.
(The content above reflects ongoing media coverage and official statements as reported by multiple outlets.) [citation: media archives and court notices]