According to a recent report in The Times, FIFA President Gianni Infantino plans to sell a portion of his stake in the World Cup to private investors, a move that could net him tens of millions of pounds.
According to reports, the Trump administration has consulted on a plan to establish a company to control FIFA's men's and women's football competitions, the World Cup, and the Club World Cup. Each of the 211 member associations would hold shares in the company, with the option to retain or sell them for profit.
A senior figure in the football world believes the plan is like a "nuclear bomb" for the sport because it indicates that FIFA will own the majority of the company, private investors will buy 20% to 30% of the shares, and member organizations will receive a small total of 20%.
The UEFA president issued a statement through the media outlet condemning the plan.
The joint venture has raised concerns that private investors might pressure the World Cup to be held in a country where it can maximize commercial success. Gianni Infantino will remain FIFA president until 2031, currently without any rivals.
If the new management model is adopted, he may be transferred to the position of league commissioner, and some speculate that his salary could be equivalent to the annual income of NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, which is $64 million (£48 million), and 10 times the current FIFA president's income.
