FIVE WHO ALL EARNED OUT OF THE DEAL

WILLIE AND MARK MCKAY

Willie McKay is a football agent based in England and France at the centre of Emiliano Sala’s move to Cardiff. In 2017, his son, Mark, set up Mercato Sports agency who were given a mandate by Nantes to find Sala a club in England.

MEISSA N’DIAYE

Emiliano Sala’s agent. N’Diaye (right) founded Sport Cover in 2006. They represent players across France and Europe, including Manchester City fullback Benjamin Mendy, Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi and Cardiff defender Sol Bamba.

BAKARI SANOGO

Agent said to be very influential with Nantes president Waldemar Kita. Has mainly represented French footballers, including Tottenham winger Moussa Sissoko.

BABA DRAME

Agent who works closely with the McKays. Involved in West Ham’s £22million deal for Issa Diop from Toulouse and posted on Instagram about his involvement in Sala’s move to Cardiff.

WALDEMAR KITA

President of Nantes since 2007. His son, Franck, is chief executive of the club. Aside from his football interests, Waldemar also owns a penis enlargement company.