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Scottish Sun
a day ago
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Former West Ham star Dimitri Payet has contract ripped up leaving him unemployed after shocking abuse claims
DIMITRI PAYET had his contract ripped up to leave him unemployed. It comes just weeks after shocking abuse claims against the ex-West Ham man. 4 Ex-West Ham man Dimitri Payet had his contract in Brazil terminated Credit: Getty 4 Ex-lover Larissa Ferrari made shocking abuse claims against the married footballer during their alleged affair Credit: Payet, 38, joined Brazilian side Vasco da Gama on a two-year contract in August 2023. However, the club announced the decision to cut the deal short. They wrote on social media: "Vasco da Gama announces that, in a friendly manner, it has reached an agreement to terminate the contract with midfielder Dimitri Payet early. "The club thanks the athlete for the professionalism, dedication and respect demonstrated throughout his time at Sao Januario, and wishes him success in his next challenges. "For Vasco, Payet played 77 matches, scored eight goals and contributed 16 assists. "Thank you, Payet. This is Vasco." Payet hit headlines in April when his ex-lover alleged he subjected her to "physical, moral, psychological and sexual violence" during a seven-month affair. The "lonely" married footballer was accused of forcing Larissa Ferrari to film degrading videos, SunSport revealed. Brazilian lawyer Ferrari, 28, also said the former French international Payet made her partake in a fake wedding and wear a ring to 'prove her love'. She claimed he made her drink her own urine and water from the toilet, and lick the floor - plus showed SunSport photos of her bruises. Premier League cult hero Dimitri Payet rolls back the years as he humiliates opponent with unique 360-nutmeg The mum-of-two said: 'He's a sick monster. I was scared for my life, and I'm still scared." Payet denied "physical and psychological violence" in a statement to the police in Brazil, adding that everything was consensual and proposed by his accuser. The playmaker has four children with his wife of nearly 20 years, Ludivine, who remained in France after he joined Vasco da Gama in Rio de Janeiro in 2023. Before that, he had six-and-a-half years with Marseille, joining the French side for £25million following an impressive 18 months with West Ham. 4 Payet spent two years with Vasco da Gama in Rio de Janeiro Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
a day ago
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- The Irish Sun
Former West Ham star Dimitri Payet has contract ripped up leaving him unemployed after shocking abuse claims
DIMITRI PAYET had his contract ripped up to leave him unemployed. It comes just weeks after shocking abuse claims against the ex-West Ham man. Advertisement 4 Ex-West Ham man Dimitri Payet had his contract in Brazil terminated Credit: Getty 4 Ex-lover Larissa Ferrari made shocking abuse claims against the married footballer during their alleged affair Credit: However, the club announced the decision to cut the deal short. They wrote on "The club thanks the athlete for the professionalism, dedication and respect demonstrated throughout his time at Sao Januario, and wishes him success in his next challenges. Advertisement READ MORE ON FOOTBALL "For Vasco, Payet played 77 matches, scored eight goals and contributed 16 assists. "Thank you, Payet. This is Vasco." Payet hit headlines in April when his The Advertisement Most read in Football Brazilian lawyer Ferrari, 28, also said the former French international Payet made her partake in a fake wedding and wear a ring to 'prove her love'. She claimed he made her Premier League cult hero Dimitri Payet rolls back the years as he humiliates opponent with unique 360-nutmeg The mum-of-two said: 'He's a sick monster. I was scared for my life, and I'm still scared." Payet Advertisement The playmaker has four children with his wife of nearly 20 years, Ludivine, who remained in France after he joined Vasco da Gama in Rio de Janeiro in 2023. Before that, he had six-and-a-half years with 4 Payet spent two years with Vasco da Gama in Rio de Janeiro Credit: Getty 4 Payet has four children with his wife Ludivine Credit: AFP Advertisement
Yahoo
2 days ago
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Dimitri Payet leaves Vasco da Gama by mutual agreement
Vasco da Gama have confirmed the departure of Dimitri Payet (38) after agreeing to a mutual termination of the Frenchman's contract, initially due to run until June 2025. The former Olympique de Marseille playmaker joined the Rio de Janeiro side in August 2023 following his release by OM, where he spent eight seasons across two spells. Payet signed a two-year deal with Vasco but departs just short of completing the first year. Advertisement In total, the 38-time France international made 77 appearances for Vasco, scoring 8 goals and registering 16 assists. Despite some flashes of technical brilliance, he was unable to help the club secure silverware or escape a general sense of underachievement during his spell in Brazil. In a statement released on Monday evening, Vasco thanked Payet for his 'professionalism, dedication and respect' and wished him success in the next stage of his career. The club's farewell concluded with a nod to the Frenchman's roots: 'Merci Payet. Ici, c'est Vasco.' Payet's final months in Brazil were marred by off-field controversy. In late March, a Brazilian lawyer filed a police complaint in Rio alleging 'physical and psychological violence' by the player during what she described as a romantic relationship. Brazilian media reports, citing police documents, indicate that Payet acknowledged the extra-marital relationship but denied any violent conduct. GFFN | George Boxall
Daily Mail
7 days ago
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Prosecutors in sexual assault case against Dimitri Payet 'seek dismissal due to lack of evidence' - with former West Ham star accused of forcing ex-mistress to 'film bizarre sex acts' and 'drink her own urine'
Prosecutors in the sexual and physical assault case against Dimitri Payet have requested for the complaint to be dismissed, reports in Brazil claim. The former West Ham and France star stands accused of 'physical and psychological violence' towards his former 'mistress', Brazilian lawyer Larissa Natalya Ferrari, who was allegedly forced to drink her own urine and lick the floor during a turbulent seven-month affair. Last month, Brazilian outlet G1 claimed to have obtained a document with details of the case in which the lawyer attested to suffering from borderline personality disorder, believing the former Rio de Janeiro-based Vasco da Gama star took advantage of her condition. 'Dimitri knew about my passion and psychological problems, using this against me,' she is reported to have said by G1. 'Dimitri convinced me to put my head in the trash, in the toilet, made me drink my own urine and other sexual bizarre acts.' However, according to RMC Sport via Brazilian outlet Extra, the prosecutor's office is now seeking to dismiss the complaint due to a lack of evidence required to charge the 38-year-old. The report states that the plaintiff's defence has appealed the decision. Last month reports claimed that Payet had denied 'physical and psychological violence' towards his 'mistress' in a statement to Brazilian police. The Frenchman was reportedly heard at the Women's Assistance Police Station where he admitted to having a relationship with Ferrari but insisted every act during their union was consensual. Furthermore, Payet, who left his wife of almost 20 years Ludivine and their four children back in his homeland during his time in Brazil, was alleged to have admitted to the acts but maintained that they were consensual and proposed by Ferrari. G1's report mentioned an encounter when Ferrari 'requested slaps during sexual intercourse' and as a result, developed marks on her body. The Frenchman also reportedly claimed that the two used wooden chairs during sexual intercourse, and that, due to Ferrari's light skin, any pressure would lead to marks. It followed Ferrari's impassioned public plea for 'justice', in a statement in which she claimed to have been 'humiliated' by the 38-cap former Les Blues star. 'I want justice because he abused my psychological vulnerability to gain sexual advantage,' she told AFP. 'He demanded proof of love from me, which consisted of humiliation. 'I recorded videos in which I drank my urine, drank water from the toilet bowl, and licked the floor. I'm a lawyer, I would never have made such serious complaints lightly.' It was claimed that Payet refused Ferrari's desire to continue this relationship in France, on the condition he pay her expenses, as his time in the country approached its end. According to the player, the lawyer's behaviour changed from then on, leading to her threatening to 'expose his secrets' if he did not respond within four hours of her birthday message. Payet's lawyer Sheila Lustoza told G1: 'It is regrettable that confidential records were leaked, but the case reveals with evidence something that is very clear: a woman exercising her freedom and will, as it should be, contrary to what has been publicly narrated up until now. The defense is confident that the truth that is proven by documents will demonstrate these facts.' Payet is widely regarded as one of West Ham's most talented players this century but left under a cloud to re-join Marseille after just 18 months in 2017. He stays at the Stade Velodrome for six-and-a-half years before moving to Brazil in 2023. In March, Larissa revealed that they had had a seven-month affair. She wrote in a lengthy statement: 'One thing I want to make clear is that it was never about money. There was no need for it. 'There's not much I can say because there's no explanation or anything to justify it. 'But one thing I want to make extremely clear is that it was never for money, not before, not now. In fact, the last time I went to Rio, I went by bus.' Larissa, who is a mother of two, also claimed that she only got physically involved with the midfielder following her divorce from her ex-husband.
Scottish Sun
26-04-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Dimitri Payet breaks silence on claims he beat lover & made her film sick sex acts saying relationship was ‘consensual'
FORMER Premier League star Dimitri Payet has broken his silence after abuse claims made by his ex-lover. Larissa Ferrari alleged the married midfielder subjected her to "physical, moral, psychological and sexual violence" - including forcing her to film degrading videos, in an exclusive interview with The Sun on Sunday. 7 Ex-lover Larissa Ferrari accused the ex-West Ham ace of 'physical, moral, psychological and sexual violence' Credit: Newsflash 7 The footballer struck up a conversation with Larissa, 28, over Instagram last August using a fake profile, claims Larissa Credit: Newsflash 7 Larissa showed The Sun on Sunday pictures of bruises, which she also handed to police The Brazilian lawyer, 28, also accused the former West Ham and French international Payet, 38, of making her take part in a fake wedding and wearing a ring to 'prove her love'. She also alleged he made her drink her own urine and water from the toilet, and lick the floor. Larissa showed The Sun on Sunday photos of her bruises which she said she'd handed to police. The mum-of-two said: 'He's a sick monster. I was scared for my life, and I'm still scared." Payet, however, has denied "physical and psychological violence" in a statement to Brazilian cops, reports local outlet G1, which claims to have seen a document detailing the case. The footballer admitted to having had a seven-month affair with his accuser after "becoming lonely" while playing for Vasco da Gama in Rio de Janeiro. Larissa told G1 she suffers from Borderline personality disorder and claims Payet took advantage of her condition. "Dimitri knew about my passion and psychological problems, using this against me," she is reported to have said by the Brazilian outlet. "Dimitri convinced me to put my head in the trash, in the toilet, made me drink my own urine and other sexual bizarre acts." However, Payet's statement allegedly sees him claim everything was consensual and proposed by his accuser. Dimitri Payet breaks down in tears after announcing he is leaving Marseille It refers to an incident where Larissa "requested slaps during sexual intercourse" which resulted in marks on her body. The footballer is also said to have claimed the pair used wooden chairs during sex. G1 reports Payet alleges he refused Larissa's wish to continue their relationship as he prepares to return to France, which would include him paying her expenses. Payet has four children with his wife of nearly 20 years, Ludivine, who remained in France after he joined the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A club in 2023. Payet's lawyer Sheila Lustoza told G1: "It is regrettable that confidential records were leaked, but the case reveals with evidence something that is very clear: a woman exercising her freedom and will, as it should be, contrary to what has been publicly narrated up until now. "The defence is confident that the truth that is proven by documents will demonstrate these facts." 'I only want justice' Speaking to The Sun on Sunday previously, Larissa went on to say: 'I not only want justice but to also help other women who are blindly allowing their partners to abuse them.' Payet spent 18 months with West Ham before Marseille paid £25million for him in January 2017. He then moved to Rio in 2023 after signing for Vasco de Gama. 7 Payet spent 18 months with Premier League side West Ham Credit: PA:Press Association 7 Larissa wearing bridal gear for 'ceremony' The footballer struck up a conversation with Larissa over Instagram last August. She claims that Payet used a fake profile. They then started messaging on WhatsApp. Larissa, who knew the star was married, initially flew 1,500 miles from her home in the state of Parana to meet him in Rio's Windsor Hotel where his team were staying before a match. She said: 'He was very sweet and romantic. It was a very intense date and the following day I went to watch him play. He was so attentive and there was lots of hugging and kissing. I thought he seemed like a lovely man.' As the relationship grew, they started staying together for days at a time. Larissa said she stopped dating other people and they acted as a 'normal couple'. But in early December Larissa's pal posted on social media a snap of two match tickets Payet had given them. Larissa claimed Payet became aggressive and screamed at her. She said: 'This was the first time I saw this side of him." She alleges that sparked off the abuse. In text messages seen by The Sun, Payet asked for 'humiliating' sexual videos of Larissa. WhatsApp messages also show Payet asking for 'disgusting acts' to prove her love. Domestic abuse - how to get help DOMESTIC abuse can affect anyone - including men - and does not always involve physical violence. Here are some signs that you could be in an abusive relationship: Emotional abuse - Including being belittled, blamed for the abuse - gaslighting - being isolated from family and friends, having no control over your finances, what you where and who you speak to - Including being belittled, blamed for the abuse - gaslighting - being isolated from family and friends, having no control over your finances, what you where and who you speak to Threats and intimidation - Some partners might threaten to kill or hurt you, destroy your belongings, stalk or harass you - Some partners might threaten to kill or hurt you, destroy your belongings, stalk or harass you Physical abuse - This can range from slapping or hitting to being shoved over, choked or bitten. - This can range from slapping or hitting to being shoved over, choked or bitten. Sexual abuse - Being touched in a way you do not want to be touched, hurt during sex, pressured into sex or forced to have sex when you do not consent. If any of the above apply to you or a friend, you can call these numbers: The Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge on 0808 2000 247 for free at any time, day or night 0808 2000 247 Men who are being abused can call Respect Men's Advice Line on 0808 8010 327 or ManKind on 0182 3334 244 0182 3334 244 Those who identify as LGBT+ can ring Galop on 0800 999 5428 0800 999 5428 If you are in immediate danger or fear for your life, always ring 999 Remember, you are not alone. 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience domestic abuse over the course of their lifetime. Every 30 seconds the police receive a call for help relating to domestic abuse. 7 Payet and his wife Ludivine, a mum of four Credit: AFP
