Arthur Melo the victim of robbery!

Juventus midfielder Arthur Melo (loaned to Girona) recently endured a distressing encounter while spending time in Barcelona on Friday.

As reported by Mundo Deportivo, the Brazilian international was enjoying a rare day off from training, opting to spend it shopping and relaxing in the heart of the Catalan capital. The day, however, took a sudden turn for the worse just as he was preparing to wrap up his outing.

While exiting a parking facility on the upscale Passeig de Gràcia, Arthur was targeted in a swift and unexpected robbery. According to the report, the incident occurred as he was retrieving his parking ticket.

In a matter of seconds, a thief approached him from behind and managed to rip a watch off his wrist before fleeing the scene. The sudden nature of the attack left the footballer with no time to react.

Here is a unique and plagiarism-free version of the provided caption: — Barcelona, Spain – March 30, 2025: During a LaLiga EA Sports clash at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Girona FC’s Arthur Melo challenges FC Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal for possession. The two midfielders were locked in a competitive battle as their respective teams faced off in this high-stakes encounter. (Photo by Pedro Salado/Getty Images) 📸

Shock incident for Arthur Melo

Despite the shock of the incident, Arthur was not physically harmed. He later reported the theft to the local police, who have opened an investigation into the matter.

This type of opportunistic crime is unfortunately not uncommon in major cities. Particularly in busy commercial areas where high-end items can draw attention.

For Arthur, who previously played for Barcelona and is no stranger to the city. The event was a sobering reminder of the risks that can come even during the most ordinary moments.

It remains to be seen whether authorities will be able to track down the individual responsible. Or recover the stolen item, but Arthur is said to be cooperating fully with the investigation.

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