Dani Alves has resurfaced on social media after his time in prison, posting a photo on Instagram that quickly caught the attention of his followers.

This marks the first time the Brazilian ex-player has made a public statement since being granted provisional freedom, following over 14 months in prison in connection with a sexual assault case at a Barcelona nightclub.

The post, though simple, garnered more than 300,000 likes almost instantly, showing that Alves’ presence continues to draw significant interest from his fanbase.

This is Alves' first social media post since his incarceration, where he was serving time related to the alleged assault of a young woman at a Barcelona nightclub in December 2022.

His return to social platforms is seen as a significant step in his attempt to reintegrate into public life, though he chose to disable comments on the post.

Before his conviction, the Brazilian footballer had been a constant presence on social media, and his return to these platforms has generated considerable media attention.