Malian International footballer Sambou Yatabare was arrested on Monday at Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris.

The former Guignamp midfielder,who now plays for Werder Bremen is being held for attacking and injuring an off-duty police officer following a traffic incident at the airport’s car park.

According to French news outlet Malifoot,dispute erupted between the police and the player before the officer drew his weapon and indentification card to try and calm the accused.

Yatabare is said to have punched the officer who needed hospital treatment after suffering damage to his eye.

Yatabare,born in Paris, is one of experienced and respected footballer in Mali.He started proffesional career French side SC Bastia making 31 appearances and scoring one goal.

He has also played for French clubs Monaco (2011-2012) and Caen (2008-2011).

Yatabare has made 32 appearances with the Mali national team since 2008.