Hercules appeared to respond calmly yesterday to a complaint filed by the Prosecutor’s Office, which accuses the club of collecting assets by allegedly concealing the two million euros obtained from the departure of the Blue and White youth team in the wake of their move to Barcelona last summer. The current presiding figure, Carlos Parody, argues that the proceeds from the transfer were allocated to meet prepayment obligations and obligations to social security, as well as to compensate club staff and employees, returning some of the debt accumulated during earlier years.
Rico Pérez asserts that everything is documented and ready to be shown, wherever and whenever it is deemed appropriate. Inside the club, officials were surprised by the Prosecutor’s complaint and claimed they were unaware of any such action, insisting that no one within the organization had been briefed or could anticipate it. They pointed to a need to evaluate internal performances that they say were not previously brought to light.
Later in the afternoon, amid political backlash, Hercules reached out to the Valencia Institute of Finance to confirm that the proceeds from the Moroccan winger’s sale would be used to cover current expenses. The aim was to ensure the club could survive the day by meeting tax obligations, payroll, and social security, while also addressing some of the club’s historical debt that has hampered management since the bankruptcy period.
Barcala calls for clear explanations from the club board
The mayor of Alicante, Luis Barcala, is demanding convincing explanations from the Hercules estate regarding the Prosecutor’s complaint that suggests an increase in assets. He notes the team’s difficult sporting situation has already placed Hercules in a fragile position, and the new legal action risks further tarnishing the club’s name in the city. The board of directors is urged to provide statements that address both the fans and the community, stressing that the club’s legacy and dignity must be protected above any personal or business interests. The message is that the board should honor the traditions, history, and supporters who have stood by Hercules through the years.
Barcala emphasizes that he cannot intervene in the management of a sociedad anónima deportiva, but can insist that its leaders follow the law and avoid actions that threaten the city’s symbols and identity. He urges the Ortiz family to align the estate with the community and the fans, undertaking a serious sporting project that can rescue the entity from exclusion and the humiliation it currently faces. The mayor of the capital expresses regret over the situation.
All involved in Hercules maintain that there is order and deny any claim that the club has been collecting assets. They reiterate their surprise at the public nature of the allegations, noting that no formal complaint or notification had been received by the club or its supporters. The Blue and White SAD remains focused on restoring credibility, signaling that every effort is aimed at constructing the best possible squad to rekindle the fans’ enthusiasm and return to professional football as soon as feasible. The question of who will oversee the club’s day-to-day operations after the resignation remains open, with speculation about leadership roles continuing to swirl.