Infantino proposes two plans to reform FIFA — Anadolu Agency

In Turkey, FIFA President Gianni Infantino sent a letter to members of the FIFA Council and the presidents of all 211 member associations, in which he stated his readiness for dialogue on reforming the governing body of world football. Ahead of the FIFA Council meeting scheduled for October 15, he outlined two proposals.

Independent review

Infantino proposed that the FIFA Council decide whether to commission an independent external review of the organization’s current governance system concerning major strategic initiatives. Such a review would also provide recommendations on possible improvements.

The second proposal provides for direct, structured and time-limited consultations with confederations, member associations and other stakeholders. They are to concern the further strengthening of decision-making mechanisms at FIFA.

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Transparency of decisions

According to Anadolu Agency, the consultations will include specific proposals for earlier involvement of institutions, the roles of the president, the Bureau, the FIFA Council and Congress, as well as practical ways to strengthen transparency, participation and accountability in major strategic initiatives.

Infantino also stressed that FIFA’s democratic processes, its independence and sporting powers were not and will not be for sale. The FIFA Council, the organization’s main decision-making body, which includes 37 members, must decide whether to advance these proposals further.

In the letter, Infantino also raised the issue of the withdrawn FIFA Forward Enterprise initiative. It envisaged selling stakes in a company that was to control commercial rights to the World Cup and other FIFA tournaments to private investors. The proposal was withdrawn after widespread opposition, but several national associations and continental football bodies continue to question Infantino’s leadership.