UEFA’s Ceferin says FIFA trust still broken after Infantino investment row
UEFA president speaks for the first time since FIFA said it would review its decision-making, says trust still broken.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is open to discussing reforms to the world soccer body's decision-making process in a bid to regain support following the withdrawal of a controversial private investment plan. Infantino has proposed an independent review of FIFA's governance framework for major strategic initiatives and recommended potential improvements.
He also intends to consult with confederations, member associations, and other stakeholders on strengthening FIFA's decision-making mechanisms. The proposals will examine the roles of the president, Bureau, Council, and Congress, as well as how to enhance transparency and accountability. The plans were sparked by Infantino's previous proposal to sell a 20% stake in FIFA's commercial rights, which was abandoned in July due to backlash from various stakeholders, including UEFA, the Asian Football Confederation, and CONCACAF.
Despite the opposition, Infantino maintains he has enough votes to secure re-election in March in Rabat, prompting opponents to focus on curbing his powers instead.
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