Djibril Cisse released from custody after being questioned in sextape blackmail investigation

Time for an update on the weirdest football story of the week.

Ex-Liverpool striker Djibril Cisse has been released from police custody after being questioned as part of an investigation into the possible blackmail of France midfielder Mathieu Valbuena. The 34-year-old former France international was one of four people placed in custody on Tuesday as part of the investigation. The case reportedly revolves around an alleged sex tape featuring Lyon midfielder Valbuena which, according to AFP, is in the possession of the other three individuals involved. Former QPR, Auxerre and Sunderland player Cisse is currently playing his football on the island of Reunion for JS Saint Pierroise.