Judge Diego Amarante has authorized AFA president Claudio “Chiqui” Tapia to make up to three international trips under strict conditions, days after being banned from leaving the country. The ruling allows him to attend commitments such as FIFA and Conmebol meetings, including a trip to Paraguay this Wednesday. Tapia faces an investigation for alleged improper retention of contributions and taxes.
Penal Economic Judge Diego Amarante granted special permissions to Claudio “Chiqui” Tapia, president of the Argentine Football Association (AFA), for up to three international trips. This comes days after a ban on leaving the country, along with restrictions such as not being absent from home for more than 72 hours without notice.
Previously, Amarante rejected Tapia's broader request for 60 days of travel due to insufficient details on destinations and schedule. Now, the trips are specific and under judicial supervision, allowing attendance at FIFA and Conmebol meetings, including to Paraguay this Wednesday.
Tapia and treasurer Pablo Toviggino were processed without preventive detention for alleged improper retention of pension contributions and taxes worth millions. The case proceeds after rejection of a nullity request.
The authorization is crucial for Tapia's institutional agenda, including activities with the Argentine national team, though he remains under permanent judicial oversight.
