FIFA president Gianni Infantino stated in a letter to 211 member associations that he is open to discussions about reforming the governance of the International Football Federation. At the same time, he gave no indication that he wants to step down from his position, and intends to continue leading the organization. Die Zeit ↗
Infantino proposed an independent review of the way FIFA makes key decisions. His proposal is also meant to include consultation with member federations about the organization's future and possible changes to how it operates. sport.cz ↗
The letter comes at a time of mounting pressure on FIFA's leadership. Criticism has been sparked, among other things, by plans related to the sale of World Cup rights and failed plans involving investors. According to available information, Infantino acknowledged that some decisions had raised concerns. isport.cz ↗
The FIFA chief is also facing calls to step down. According to some reports, UEFA is seeking to replace him, but Infantino is trying to maintain the support of member associations and start a debate on reforms. The proposed consultation is intended to be direct, structured, and time-limited. n-tv ↗
The next steps will depend on the response of the member federations and on the results of the independent review of decision-making processes. The information presented does not indicate that FIFA has already approved specific changes to its governance.
Infantino is open to reforming FIFA's governance, does not offer resignation
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Gianni Infantino: Fifa-Chef Infantino zeigt sich offen für Gespräche über Reformen
Die Zeit
| 22:58 21.09.
Brief an die Mitgliedsverbände: FIFA-Präsident Infantino kündigt an, bereit für Reformen zu sein
Tagesspiegel
| 22:22 21.09.
FIFA-Boss offen für Reformen: Ums Überleben kämpfender Infantino rollt Charme-Offensive aus
n-tv
| 22:20 21.09.
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