Prosecutors open investigation into Monaco for alleged money laundering and corruption related to DR Congo sponsorship
Goal | 03.03.2026 19:07
The focal point of the investigation is a sponsorship contract established in June 2025 between the Monegasque football club and the Congolese government. The agreement, estimated at €4.8m over three seasons, predominantly features the "R.D. Congo - Heart of Africa" slogan on the players' sleeves. While similar, higher-value partnerships exist with FC Barcelona and AC Milan, this specific Monaco deal has triggered immediate red flags among opposition figures and the diaspora.
