UEFA is reportedly preparing legal action against FIFA President Gianni Infantino following the collapse of a controversial proposal to sell a minority stake in a commercial entity linked to the FIFA World Cup.
According to multiple reports, UEFA has sent a formal legal preservation letter instructing Infantino to retain all documents, communications, and evidence related to the proposed transaction. The move signals that legal proceedings could follow after FIFA abandoned the plan amid widespread opposition.
The proposal would have created a new commercial subsidiary managing FIFA competitions, with a minority stake offered to private investors. UEFA strongly opposed the idea, arguing that football’s governance and major competitions should not be commercialized in this manner.
Reports also suggest the dispute has evolved into a broader leadership crisis for Infantino. UEFA, CONCACAF, and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have publicly criticized his leadership, while discussions about a potential challenge to his presidency have intensified ahead of FIFA’s next presidential election.
However, there has been no official announcement that Infantino has resigned or been removed from office, and any potential vote of no confidence or leadership change remains speculative at this stage.
The controversy marks one of the most significant governance disputes in world football in recent years and could have major implications for FIFA’s leadership and future commercial strategy.
Also Read: Latest Ghana Sports News, Breaking News
More Football Updates: GhanaNews.org, Latest Ghana Sports News
