FIFA: Michel Platini sues boss Infantino for influence peddling and slander

Former UEFA president Michel Platini has initiated legal proceedings against FIFA president Gianni Infantino, filing a lawsuit that includes accusations of influence peddling and slander. The legal action, opened on Monday, June 8, also names two former FIFA officials as defendants.

Platini's legal team has also filed a civil claim as part of the lawsuit. According to reports, this move is expected to result in the appointment of an investigating judge to examine the allegations. Platini, a legendary former French football captain, has been embroiled in controversies surrounding FIFA leadership for years.

This lawsuit marks a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions and legal battles within the international football governing body. The specific details of the influence peddling and slander allegations have not been fully disclosed, but the case is poised to bring further scrutiny to the internal affairs of FIFA under Infantino's presidency.