A. Iniesta still playing in debt in Japan © AP

While no veteran around him has ended his football career, Andres Iniesta has not hung up his football boots yet. However, his last years as a professional player have not been smooth.

Having not sorted out his taxes in Japan, A. Iniesta has a serious debt.

According to the "Sport" daily, the 39-year-old Spaniard owes as much as 3.5 million euros to the local Japanese tax inspection.

It is not yet clear if more serious troubles could threaten the midfielder.

Having represented Vissel Kobe for five years, A. Iniesta has now moved to the United Arab Emirates, where he plays for Sharjah's "Emirates" team.