Geneva: Potential FIFA presidential election rivals Michel Platini and Prince Ali bin al-Hussein met for the first time on Wednesday since Sepp Blatter announced his exit.
Spokesmen for both men declined to comment on details of the talks held in the south of France, where Platini has a vacation home.
Prince Ali was publicly supported by UEFA President Platini before losing a 133-73 vote to Blatter in May. Four days later, under pressure from American and Swiss corruption investigations, Blatter said he would leave within months.
Neither possible contender has yet declared his intentions for the FIFA ballot on Feb 26. Would-be candidates must apply by Oct 26 deadline.
Still, there is already one clear policy difference between the former FIFA vice presidential colleagues.
Later Wednesday, Prince Ali opposed Platini's view on FIFA reform plans.
Platini said Monday that an in-house task force announced by Blatter was an important step and should act "in a swift and effective manner."
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