French financial prosecutors carried out searches at the offices of CVC Capital Partners, a private equity firm, and the French football governing body.
The searches are part of an ongoing investigation into potential corruption related to a deal between the Ligue de Football Professionnel and CVC.
The investigation was initiated following a complaint made by the anti-corruption association AC !! about a year ago.
This investigation highlights the increasing scrutiny of financial transactions in the sports sector, particularly in relation to governance and transparency in football.