Former Spartak Moscow Coach Comments on Promes Court Ruling
Oleg Romantsev, a former coach of Spartak Moscow, stated that following the court ruling in the Netherlands, the red and white footballer Quincy Promes could not let a single decision about his fate stand unchallenged. Romantsev expressed his view to Sport Express, suggesting that the matter was out of any one person’s hands and tied to judicial processes rather than club opinions. A legal expert quoted in the discussion noted that Promes’s fate should be determined by the courts, not by club officials, and highlighted that Promes has already filed an appeal through his legal representation.
On June 19, a Dutch royal court handed down an 18-month prison sentence to Promes for stabbing his cousin. The incident occurred at a family gathering in the summer of 2020, when Promes allegedly stabbed his relative in the knee. The cousin reported the event to the police four months after the incident, choosing to address the matter within the family circle first before going public with the complaint.
Promes is also involved in another criminal case, connected to allegations of smuggling and drug trafficking. Dutch authorities had wiretapped his phone during their investigations, which revealed details of the ongoing conflict and provided evidence suggesting that Promes had attacked his brother as well. The legal process in these matters continues to unfold as prosecutors pursue the full scope of the allegations.
The response from Spartak Moscow centers on how players and the club should react to Promes’s prison sentence. The former Spartak player commented on the tone and nature of the club’s internal reactions, emphasizing that the squad’s sentiments must be measured against the legal realities and the ongoing judicial proceedings. He noted that the club’s public stance should reflect respect for due process while recognizing the impact such a sentence can have on team dynamics and the broader football community. (Source: Sport Express)