The cheek: Casares sues São Paulo and demands an expert review | OneFootball

Former São Paulo president Julio Casares has filed a lawsuit against the club demanding the disclosure of financial documents, the carrying out of a court-ordered expert review, and the issuance of statements dismissing accusations of reckless management, in addition to formally approving the accounts from his term.

The information was first reported by the UOL website.

The former president, who is the target of impeachment, resignation, and expulsion proceedings from the club’s membership, claims he is the victim of political maneuvering.

Casares is under investigation in a police inquiry examining withdrawals of R$ 11 million in cash from the club’s funds and the receipt of R$ 1.5 million in his personal accounts.

Casares’ Defense Arguments

Justification for the Withdrawals: In the filing, the former president states that the cash withdrawals were intended to pay bonuses and “bichos” to the football department, under the direct organization of the finance board.

Lack of Evidence: He argues that there is no proof of misappropriation of funds and points out that the club’s compliance department never identified irregularities during his management.

Ongoing Practice: He says that the current administration of president Harry Massis Júnior continues to make cash payments in the club’s day-to-day operations.

Requests in the Lawsuit

In the action, Julio Casares formally asks the courts for:

Removal of Liability: A declaration that no reckless management occurred and formal approval of São Paulo’s accounts between 2021 and 2024, releasing him from financial obligations.

Corporate Card: Certification of the legality of all expenses incurred by him using the institution’s corporate card.

Disclosure of Documents and Expert Review: The submission of all 2025 spreadsheets and financial reports, as well as a court-ordered expert review to determine whether it would have been possible to make cash withdrawals at the club without the approval and direct support of the finance department.

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