Hidden motive behind Irons Fifa move
For there have been very few examples of that having happened down the years and when it has the punishment has been in the region of around a pathetic 50k.
No, the real purpose behind the move is far more likely to be about applying as much pressure as we can to see the affair settled a a sensible price.
Marseilles really do not need to be caught up in this sort of charge as it would eventually show them in a bad light were they to be found guilty.
Payet himself is under immense pressure and the Hammers are justifiably seriously unhappy that he and Marseilles seem intent on screwing them into not only selling, but doing also to the club of his choice, leaving them with zero options.
Thus, they appear to be ready to hit back by bringing the whole affair in front of Fifa which is likely to generate plenty of bad publicity for Marseilles.
In essence they are threatening moves which could be the double edged sword with which Marseilles are trying to use on them.
They are saying: “If you want Payet pay our price or suffer some unpleasant consequences”
It’s a decent idea. Will it work? Who knows but very much worth a try!