Ex Ajax star Quincy Promes sentenced to six years in prison for cocaine importation
Former Ajax star Quincy Promes has been sentenced to six years in prison for his involvement in importing 1,370kg of cocaine.
The court found that Promes played a part in the illegal deal, which saw the drugs intercepted after being imported into Antwerp and disguised in a sea salt shipment from Brazil.
Despite being a one-time target for Arsenal, the Holland player currently plays for Spartak Moscow.
According to reports, Prosecutors noted that he refused to return to Holland for the trial, believing he was “untouchable” in Russia.
The sentencing comes after Promes was previously sentenced to 18 months behind bars for stabbing his cousin in the knee at a family party.
He has appealed the sentencing but was ordered to pay compensation to his relative.
The court has also emphasized the importance of his public image as a role model, highlighting the seriousness of his actions.
Promes is known for his success on the football field and his aspirations as a rapper.
To honour his football career are trophies which include the Russian Premier League Cup, 2016–17, Russian Cup 2021–22, Russian Super Cup 2017, Johan Cruyff Shield 2019, and Russian Premier League Golden Boot 2017-18.
