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"Clearly untrue" married Infantino strongly denies... UEFA admits paying severance to 'lover' woman
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"Clearly untrue" married Infantino strongly denies... UEFA admits paying severance to 'lover' woman

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing new allegations regarding his time as UEFA general secretary.
  • Reports claim UEFA paid a large severance to a woman with whom Infantino allegedly had an inappropriate relationship.
  • Infantino has strongly denied the allegations, calling them "manifestly untrue."

Gianni Infantino, the current president of FIFA, is once again embroiled in controversy. Reports have surfaced alleging that UEFA, where Infantino previously served as general secretary, paid a substantial severance package to a woman with whom he is accused of having an inappropriate relationship.

The allegations, brought to light by a 'Daily Telegraph' investigation and reported by 'BBC,' suggest a pattern of questionable financial dealings during Infantino's tenure at the European football governing body. The specific details of the relationship and the severance payment have raised serious questions about financial oversight and personal conduct.

Infantino has vehemently denied these claims, stating they are "manifestly untrue." This denial comes amidst ongoing scrutiny of his leadership and past actions within international football. The situation casts a shadow over his presidency and raises concerns within the sport's governing bodies.

The report details how UEFA's finances were managed during that period, with the severance payment to the woman in question being a focal point of the investigation. The implications of these allegations could have significant repercussions for Infantino and the integrity of FIFA.

Manifestly untrue.

โ€” Gianni InfantinoInfantino's strong denial of the allegations surrounding his past relationship and UEFA's financial dealings.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.