FIFA President Gianni Infantino has indicated that the governing body is prepared to provide its member associations with the "greatest level of additional funding" as he campaigns for re-election.
The statement highlights a potential strategy to secure support from national football federations, who are key stakeholders in the upcoming leadership contest.
Infantino’s comments come amid visible opposition to his bid, suggesting that financial incentives may play a significant role in swaying the vote.
The offer of substantial new funds marks a notable shift in the dynamics of the election, with the president directly addressing the economic interests of the 211 member associations.
While the specific amount of the proposed disbursement was not detailed in the initial reports, the emphasis on maximizing additional funding underscores the scale of the financial commitment being considered.
As the re-election process advances, the interplay between political alliances and financial distribution within FIFA will likely remain a central point of discussion among global football stakeholders.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
