Albania’s Special Anti-Corruption Structure (SPAK) has reportedly issued a second summons for former national team football star Igli Tare, requesting his testimony in the ongoing investigation involving former deputy prime minister Belinda Balluku.
According to Albanian media reports and sources close to investigators, Tare’s testimony is considered relevant to a broader investigation focused on alleged financial links, asset verification, and possible transactions involving individuals or companies currently under scrutiny. The first summons was reportedly not executed because Tare, who lives abroad, was not officially notified. Albanian reports indicate SPAK has now taken additional procedural steps to ensure the second notification reaches him through his overseas residence.
The second summons comes after a series of investigative actions carried out by SPAK, including searches at properties connected to Balluku’s relatives and businessmen allegedly linked to the case. Investigators have also reportedly inspected luxury villas in the Drimadhë area as part of asset verification efforts. Prosecutors are said to be examining potential financial connections and investment structures linked to the wider investigation.
Balluku remains under investigation over allegations linked to public infrastructure tenders, including the Llogara Tunnel project and several contracts tied to Tirana’s Outer Ring Road. Earlier reports indicate she has challenged restrictive judicial measures, including a travel ban and suspension from public duties, while prosecutors continue to expand the scope of the inquiry.
The case has become one of Albania’s most closely watched anti-corruption investigations, drawing significant public and political attention as new witnesses and financial leads continue to emerge.