French footballer Dimitri Payet is set to stand trial in Brazil after being indicted for psychological violence against his former mistress, Larissa Natalya Ferrari — in a case that has rocked the sports world.
Initially dismissed by Rio prosecutors, the case was reopened on appeal, with Brazil’s Domestic Violence Court now accepting the complaint.
Ferrari, a lawyer, alleges a disturbing pattern of abuse, including being coerced into humiliating acts such as drinking urine, licking the floor, and other “bizarre” activities during their reported seven-month affair.
She claims Payet, 38, exploited her mental health struggles, using her vulnerability for sexual domination:
“He demanded proof of love from me — which consisted of humiliation.”
Payet, whose contract with Vasco da Gama was terminated just 10 days ago, acknowledges the relationship, but insists all acts were consensual and mutually initiated — even admitting to some of the more controversial events during his statement to Brazilian authorities.
Ferrari’s legal team welcomed the decision to proceed to trial, calling it:
“A critical step forward in the pursuit of justice, regardless of fame or public status.”
Meanwhile, Payet’s defense argues that the leaked case files show a consensual relationship, and they remain confident the court will “deconstruct the accusations” once all evidence is presented.
This case shines a harsh spotlight on power dynamics, mental health, and consent — raising deep questions far beyond the football pitch.
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