Jérôme Boateng is publicly addressing allegations of domestic violence and a fractured relationship with his brother, Kevin-Prince Boateng, stemming from professional jealousy. The former Bayern Munich defender’s disclosures come years after a highly publicized legal battle and amidst a period of career instability following his departure from Austria’s Linz ASK.
The revelations, surfacing now as Boateng attempts to navigate the later stages of his career, detail accusations made by his ex-partner, Sherin Akbaba, and a subsequent conviction for assault. Simultaneously, he describes a long-simmering rift with his brother, fueled by Kevin-Prince’s perceived envy of Jérôme’s greater footballing success. This dual disclosure marks a significant moment of personal reckoning for the athlete,potentially impacting his future opportunities and public image.
For ten years with Bayern Munich, Boateng established himself as a dominant force, securing nine German championship titles, two Champions league trophies, and five DFB Cup wins. However, his career trajectory shifted after leaving the club in 2021.
Subsequent stints with Olympique lyon in France, US Salernitana in Italy, and most recently, Linz ASK in Austria, proved increasingly short-lived. In August, Boateng terminated his contract with Linz – initially set to run until 2026 – after appearing in only 14 competitive matches.
The disclosures regarding Akbaba center on incidents occurring during their relationship, leading to a conviction in 2021. Boateng admitted to causing bodily harm but contested the extent of the injuries, maintaining he did not intend to inflict severe damage.
Parallel to the legal proceedings, Boateng alleges a growing distance from his brother, Kevin-Prince Boateng, a fellow professional footballer. He attributes this estrangement to Kevin-Prince’s resentment over Jérôme’s more decorated career, claiming his brother struggled to accept his achievements.
