Gianni Infantino appears more and more isolated within FIFA. The president of the body, who wanted to sell World Cup shares to private investors before changing his mind, is facing a wave of criticism, particularly from UEFA member federations. And he has just lost a new support: that of Arsène Wenger.
In a press release relayed by The Teamthe director of global football development at FIFA brings
“some clarifications” on his role, he who had remained silent since the start of the affair, and dissociates himself from this contested project, finally abandoned.
“I did not participate in the development of this strategic plan”he swears.
Arsène Wenger considers abandonment of the project “absolutely necessary”
“I first learned about this project through the mediasays the former French Arsenal coach. The decision to abandon this project was absolutely necessary and is beyond doubt, as I firmly believe in an independent FIFA that serves our sport with commitment, transparency and integrity. » It’s said.
