An ugly story involving Ishak Belfodil, who in Italy wore the jerseys of Parma, Inter, Bologna and Livorno. He was arrested on the charge of attempted murder.
The Algerian footballer was arrested in France on suspicion of trying to strangle his underage sister, after a family fight.
French media reports that the 31-year-old was arrested this Sunday by the police on the outskirts of Paris, at his parents' house.
It was the 15-year-old sister of the player, who currently plays in Qatar for Al Gharafa, who notified the police.
She was found with strangulation marks on her throat and scratches on her arms. The police escorted the football player to the police station, but no complaint was filed against him by his sister.
His case will be handled by the prosecution of Versailles and within 48 hours a decision will be made whether there will be criminal proceedings or not.
Belfodil currently plays in Qatar after ending his adventure in Germany with Hertha Berlin.