Richarlison accuses Flavio Bolsonaro of illegally seizing his private island
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 2:47 PM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison has accused Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro of unlawfully taking possession of his private island off the coast of Rio de Janeiro. Richarlison claims the senator acquired the property without any payment after he declined to sell it. The allegations come as Brazil approaches a high-stakes election period, with Richarlison seeking judicial intervention. Bolsonaro's camp has labeled the claims as 'fake news,' which has intensified the public interest amidst the politically charged atmosphere. Richarlison’s situation reflects ongoing tensions in both his personal and professional life, with limited opportunities at Tottenham under head coach Roberto De Zerbi.
- •Richarlison claims Bolsonaro seized his private island without payment.
- •The allegations coincide with Brazil's upcoming presidential election on October 25.
- •Bolsonaro's representatives dismissed the accusations as a smear campaign.
- •Richarlison has invested heavily in the island since 2020.
- •He faces challenges in his football career, being excluded from Tottenham's first team.
- 2:47 PMYahoo Sports — 'And my island?' - Richarlison accuses Brazilian presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro of seizing his private island
"Tottenham Hotspur forward Richarlison has sparked a major political storm in his native Brazil by accusing presidential candidate Flavio Bolsonaro of illegally seizing his private island. The 29-year-old striker claims the senator, who is the son of former president Jair Bolsonaro, took possession of the luxury property without paying a single cent.
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