Wissam Ben Yedder has been slammed with a two-year suspended jail sentence after being found guilty of sexual assault.
Ben Yedder went on trial in October 2024 after being accused of sexual assault while intoxicated.
Prosecutors had demanded a jail sentence of 2 years and 6 months, with 18 months suspended.
Wissam Ben Yedder’s lawyer, Marie Roumiantseva, informed the media that the footballer, who is currently a free agent, has been given a suspended sentence of 2 years in prison.
Moreover, the former AS Monaco man has also been fined €5,000 and ordered to part with €6,500 to the victim.
Ben Yedder has also had his driving license suspended for 6 months, but he can appeal the verdict.
Why Was Wissam Ben Yedder Handed A Two-year Suspended Prison Sentence?
Reports indicate that Wissam Ben Yedder had been accused of driving a young woman, born in 2001, to an underground car park, attempting to masturbate in front of her, and touching her thigh.
The ex-Toulouse star’s lawyer maintained that the allegation of touching the 23-year-old woman on the thigh is “not a serious fact.”
Wissam Ben Yedder And Alcohol
Ben Yedder was apprehended while under the influence of alcohol between the night of Friday, September 6, 2024, and the early hours of Saturday, September 7, 2024.
Ben Yedder shared during the trial that he was so drunk he has no recollection of sexually assaulting anyone.
Wissam Ben Yedder has taken necessary steps to deal with his alcohol addiction, while also making it known that he has seen a “specialist psychologist.”
Meanwhile, the 34-year-old was not present at Nice Criminal Court for his recent sentencing.
It appears Ben Yedder is still in more trouble, as he was charged in 2023 with rape, attempted rape, and sexual assault over another alleged incident in the south of France.
The ex-Sevilla striker has denied the allegation and Wissam Ben Yedder is due in court in December 2024 after he was accused by his wife of psychological violence amid their divorce proceedings.
Who Is Wissam Ben Yedder?
He is a French professional footballer who is currently a free agent, having last played for Ligue 1 club Monaco.
Ben Yedder’s Personal Information?
Wissam Ben Yedder was born on August 12, 1990, in Sarcelles, France, to Tunisian parents.
Clubs He Has Played For In His Career?
Ben Yedder has played for just 4 clubs in his career, namely UJA Alfortville, Toulouse, Sevilla, and AS Monaco.
Ben Yedder’s Net Worth And Market Value?
His market value is €4 million according to Transfermkt, while Wissam Ben Yedder’s net worth is estimated to be between the region of €10 million – €15 million
His Career Stats?
Ben Yedder has made 513 appearances thus far in his career, scoring 259 goals and providing 78 assists across all competitions.
Internationally, Ben Yedder made 19 appearances for France, scoring 3 goals and providing 4 assists.
Wissam Ben Yedder’s Achievements?
Ben Yedder has won 1 UEFA Nations League.
