FIFA president Gianni Infantino faces backlash over World Cup investment plan
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is reportedly facing opposition from close advisers over a proposal to sell World Cup stakes to an investment group.
Gianni Infantino, the president of world football governing body FIFA, is facing mounting opposition from close advisers regarding a controversial proposal to sell stakes in the FIFA World Cup to a private investment group.
According to reports, the initiative to commercialize shares of global football's flagship tournament has met with widespread shock within executive circles. Among those reportedly raising concerns is Infantino's senior adviser, Carlos Cordeiro. The internal pushback signals growing friction among FIFA leadership regarding the financial strategy and governance of future World Cup tournaments. Details regarding the identity of the investment group and the proposed structural terms remain undisclosed.
Sources: Iltalehti