The Premier League, alongside three major European leagues, is advocating for significant reforms in FIFA's governance. They argue that current leadership under Gianni Infantino has led to exploitative practices and a lack of transparency, which undermines the sport's global growth. This call for reform follows Infantino's proposal for an external review of FIFA's operations amid controversy over a failed plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors.
The leagues emphasize the need for a governance structure that separates regulatory and commercial functions, ensuring accountability and independence. They highlight concerns over unchecked power within FIFA and the necessity for reforms that restore trust among stakeholders, particularly in light of past governance failures and the upcoming FIFA presidential election in March 2024.