Arsène Wenger distances himself from FIFA's abandoned investment plan

Arsène Wenger has distanced himself from FIFA’s recently abandoned plan to involve private investors in its commercial operations, stating he learned of the proposal through media reports. FIFA president Gianni Infantino faced significant backlash regarding the initiative, which was ultimately withdrawn amid criticism from UEFA and others within FIFA. Wenger, who serves as FIFA’s chief of global football development, emphasized the necessity for an independent FIFA focused on transparency and integrity. Other FIFA officials have also expressed disapproval and clarified their lack of involvement in the proposal.

• 12:55 PMYahoo Sports — ‘I learned about the project through the press’ – Arsène Wenger distances himself from Gianni Infantino