UEFA prepares legal action against Infantino over World Cup media rights deal
Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- UEFA is preparing legal action against FIFA President Gianni Infantino and others involved in a failed media rights deal.
- A New York law firm is sending warning letters to prevent the deletion of evidence.
- The move aims to protect evidence related to a multi-billion dollar deal for World Cup media rights.
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) is preparing to take legal action against FIFA President Gianni Infantino and other individuals involved in a controversial multi-billion dollar deal for World Cup media rights. UEFA has enlisted a New York law firm to send warning letters to those implicated.
The primary goal of these letters is to prevent the potential deletion of crucial evidence. This legal maneuver signals a significant escalation in the dispute over the lucrative media rights, highlighting concerns about transparency and accountability within football's governing bodies.
The specific details of the failed deal and the exact nature of the evidence being sought remain under wraps. However, the involvement of a prominent New York law firm suggests a serious and potentially complex legal battle ahead, with UEFA determined to uncover the full truth behind the transaction.
Originally published by Sรผddeutsche Zeitung in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.