Sochaux ask FIFA to stop Newcastle talking to striker

French club Sochaux have asked FIFA to intervene after claiming Newcastle made an illegal approach to striker Modibo Maiga.

Tue, 23 Aug, 2011 - 12:51

French club Sochaux have asked FIFA to intervene after claiming Newcastle made an illegal approach to striker Modibo Maiga.

The Mali international has been conspicuous by his absence from Sochaux’s squad since indicating his desperation to be allowed to talk to the Magpies.

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Courts Soccer Transfer market summer 2011 Person: Modibo Maiga Person: Maiga Organisation: Sochaux Organisation: FIFA Organisation: Newcastle Organisation: Mali Organisation: FC Sochaux Organisation: Newcastle United Organisation: FCSM

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