Authorities have launched an extensive investigation targeting a group of former Premier League footballers implicated in the illegal importation of high-end timepieces from Andorra. Among the seven footballers reportedly involved, five ex-stars from England’s top-flight league are under scrutiny for allegedly purchasing luxury Rolex and Patek Philippe watches without declaring them properly to customs, potentially evading significant import duties. This probe is part of a wider crackdown on the smuggling of expensive goods suspected of circumventing tax regulations across European borders.

Detailed reports suggest the operation revolves around turning a blind eye to custom declarations, enabling the individuals to acquire these exquisite watches at reduced costs. Insiders claim some…