Serhiy Rebrov, a prominent Ukrainian football figure, has reportedly contributed an additional 30 million UAH towards the bail for Andriy Yermak, the former head of the President’s Office, who faces serious corruption allegations. This payment brings the total bail amount raised to approximately 44.5 million UAH, against a court-imposed requirement of 140 million UAH.
According to sources within law enforcement cited by the investigative outlet “Schemes,” Rebrov is the only individual with that full name in Ukraine, aside from a deceased namesake. Rebrov is known for his long tenure as a player for Kyiv’s Dynamo and his role as the national team coach for three years. Despite attempts to reach him for comment, Rebrov did not respond to inquiries from journalists.
In a previous interview with the YouTube channel “Bombardir,” Rebrov expressed gratitude towards Yermak for facilitating his return as the head coach of the Ukrainian national football team. He stated, “I am very thankful to Andriy, very thankful to the people who helped me return to Ukraine.” Rebrov emphasized their long-standing friendship, noting their communication prior to Yermak’s appointment as an assistant to the president.
Rebrov stepped down from his coaching position on April 22, 2026, following criticism over the national team’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup finals.
The bail contributions for Yermak have been made by various individuals, with initial reports indicating that 14.5 million UAH was raised from three private contributors, with amounts ranging from 666 UAH to 8 million UAH. Yermak’s attorney expressed optimism about securing the remaining funds needed for the bail by the morning of May 15.
On May 14, the High Anti-Corruption Court placed Yermak under preventive detention, allowing for bail options in connection with allegations involving the laundering of 460 million UAH linked to elite construction projects near Kyiv. The National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) announced on May 11 that it had uncovered an organized group involved in this money laundering scheme, which reportedly took place between 2021 and 2025.
The investigation revealed that the suspects allegedly laundered over 460 million UAH through the construction of a cottage community in Kozyn, Kyiv region, which included four private residences and a shared spa facility on approximately 8 hectares of land. Yermak has publicly denied the charges against him, asserting that they are unfounded.
Serhiy Rebrov has contributed significantly to the bail fund for Andriy Yermak, who faces corruption charges related to a large-scale money laundering scheme. The ongoing legal proceedings highlight the intersection of sports and politics in Ukraine amid serious allegations.