Boca Juniors midfielder Edward Salvio has a long career in South American and European football. Having previously appeared for Benfica, Atlético de Madrid, Lanús, and the Argentina national team, he faced a serious accusation this Thursday related to a dispute with his ex-wife, the mother of their two children.
Local newspapers published footage showing a woman standing beside a car that was stopped in a street in Buenos Aires. The vehicle then moved forward and backward, dragging the woman briefly before Salvio drove away from the scene.
The woman, who had been married to Salvio for eleven years and separated in December 2020, has alleged gender-based violence. Reports from the media indicate Salvio was inside the car with another woman at the time the events occurred.
A few hours later, Salvio’s lawyer, Mariano Cúneo Libarona, stated that his client would appear before the authorities to prove his innocence. He suggested there were warnings and precautions in place, and he noted that a woman who was not invited to the venue followed Salvio afterward. The lawyer claimed that Salvio has numerous witnesses, recorded videos, and other evidence to support his version of events, and he asserted that the footballer is not guilty of any wrongdoing.
According to the lawyer, Boca Juniors officials deserve to know the full facts surrounding the case, stressing that Salvio has a reputation as a calm, non-violent player. The defense dismissed the allegations as confusing and contradicted in the claimant’s account, arguing that the complainant’s narrative contains omissions and inconsistencies.
Alberto Crescenti, head of the Emergency Medical Care System (SAME), told a Chronicle reporter that staff were summoned to a police station to examine the woman in the early hours of Thursday. He described injuries to a lower limb and noted that, after the examination, Salvio did not require transfer and remained in police custody for the time being.
Salvio is officially being investigated for injuries within the framework of a gender-violence case. The attacking midfielder is known for his spells with Lanús, Benfica, Atlético de Madrid, and Boca Juniors. Reports indicate that he was scheduled to play against Lanús the following Sunday and would also participate in the Copa Libertadores fixtures before any potential disciplinary actions are taken.
The situation has raised questions about how domestic violence allegations intersect with professional sport, the process for investigations in Argentina, and the responsibilities of clubs when high-profile players are involved. Observers note that public attention can shape both the legal proceedings and the players’ careers, underscoring the need for careful, fact-based reporting and fair adjudication, with all parties afforded due process. The case remains under review by relevant authorities and sporting bodies, with updates expected as investigations unfold. [Cited from multiple local outlets and official statements at the time of reporting].