In the complaint lodged against the Prosecutor’s Office, the Blue and Whites club and the Foundation, Hércules focused intently on defending itself and clarifying the charges related to asset concealment. The accusation contends that funds received for Abde were diverted from rightful Treasury obligations. The club, now under the leadership of Carlos Parodi, outlined that the aim was to repay a substantial share of a historical treasury debt, a sum that the organization described as sizeable yet manageable, estimated at around 2 million euros.
Through the blue-white legal team, Hércules stated that beyond settling part of the debt through court ordered payments, the Tax Administration was engaged simultaneously as those payments were arranged. The defense notes that several offers included bank guarantees intended to address the total debt; some of these offers, however, were rejected by the treasury authorities as inadequate.
The recent statement, issued last Monday and included in the official documents, stresses that all actions undertaken by Hércules and its representatives were aligned with the law. It highlights the deposit of the Culé check and argues that every decision was made to preserve the club’s vitality and ensure its ongoing operation, in line with legal requirements.
Hércules remains firm on the legality of its financial processes, asserting that the funds obtained through the termination clause of the Abde contract were allocated to debts of a different nature, including obligations to the State Tax Administration, as described by the defense. The club insists that all payments were properly documented and justified.
The club’s corporate communications emphasize that some payments were essential for the club’s survival and for maintaining both its economic stability and sporting activities. They stress that there was no intent to mislead the public; rather, the club is prepared to cover any liabilities found to be necessary, while continuing to pursue measures that safeguard continuity.
Hércules also noted its responsiveness to public concerns from the city’s leadership, including the Alicante mayor, without explicitly stating the motives. The club contends that its actions were aimed at protecting the institution’s name and reputation while awaiting the judicial process to determine whether any irregularities occurred. Officials assert that all expenses linked to the Abde case were handled in accordance with applicable laws, and the organization has undertaken internal efforts to reassure the public, supporters, and relevant institutions that seek clarity on this sensitive matter.
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FULL COMMUNICATION OF HÉRCULES CF
Hércules de Alicante CF explains that the judicial process affecting the club and its leadership has been handled in full compliance with current laws. The organization states that funds received under the unilateral termination clause of the former player Abde were directed toward paying debts of a different nature, including obligations to the State Tax Administration. All payments reported as made are described as necessary, justified, and properly documented. Some disbursements were essential to guarantee the club’s survival and to sustain its economic and sporting activities. The club clarifies that six payments were made simultaneously with partial settlements to the Tax Office, and that two of these were backed by bank guarantees. The treasury reportedly rejected some offers, yet the intent remains to ensure the club’s continuity. The organization commits to providing explanations to the investigating judge and to proving that each payment complies with the law, as it continues to pursue transparency and stability for the supporters and broader community that relies on Hércules.