Willian Arão sues ex-goalkeeper over million-pound scam

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·12 de febrero de 2026

Willian Arão sues ex-goalkeeper over million-pound scam

Willian Arão and Former Brazilian National Team Goalkeeper to Battle in Court

Starter for Flamengo during the ‘magical year’ of 2019, Willian Arão is facing a problem off the field. Currently at Santos, the midfielder has sued former Brazilian National Team goalkeeper Doni for an alleged multi-million real scam in the real estate business sector.

Thus, Willian Arão is seeking R$ 3 million in damages from Doni’s company, D32, over properties in the United States. The former Flamengo player accuses the ex-goalkeeper of fraud in the Camila Holmes development in Florida. The midfielder is also demanding payment of legal fees, taxes, and interest both before and after any eventual ruling.

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“Regarding the information recently released by the press, I clarify that the matter is true. The issue was addressed on more than one occasion, through conversations in an attempt to reach an amicable solution, which was not possible. Therefore, it was necessary to file a lawsuit. I await the regular progress of the case and its proper resolution through legal channels,” said a statement released by Arão’s press office.

WHAT IS DONI’S SIDE OF THE STORY?

– In this context, there were specific commercial disagreements with certain clients, a common situation in large-scale developments, all of which have been regularly submitted to the Judiciary and handled technically and within the law –, said Doni to GE.

– I categorically clarify that there is no request for arrest. At the hearing held today, the company’s lawyer attended as required, and the judge confirmed that all requested documentation had already been submitted in advance. The judge acknowledged full compliance with judicial obligations, confirming that we are completely up to date (“up to date”) –, he added.

WHAT HAPPENED BETWEEN ARÃO AND DONI, AFTER ALL?

According to TV Globo, Doni’s company raised funds in Brazil and abroad with the promise of returns of up to 15% per year from building homes in mid- and high-end condominiums in the state of Florida. However, the construction projects were abandoned in Florida, causing losses.

Despite the abandonment, investors like Arão continued to receive financial reports indicating profits. As a result, the American courts have scheduled a new deposition of D32 representatives for May 1st.

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