French football chief investigated over sexual harassment allegations

Noel Le Graet is facing sexual harassment allegations (Christophe Ena/AP)

French football federation president Noel Le Graet is facing an investigation after allegations of “sexual and moral harassment” were made against him by a female sports agent.

In a message to The Associated Press, the Paris prosecutor’s office said the investigation was opened on Monday following a report by the General Inspectorate of Education, Sport and Research.