UEFA considers probe into Infantino's tenure as secretary general
UEFA plans to investigate allegations involving FIFA President Gianni Infantino and a former employee over payments and promotions during his time as secretary general.
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AIThe Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) is considering opening an investigation into allegations involving FIFA President Gianni Infantino and a former UEFA employee during his tenure as secretary general, according to the British newspaper The Telegraph.
The report stated that Infantino made a six-figure payment to the employee following an alleged relationship between them. UEFA confirmed the payment, noting it was aware of claims regarding a relationship between Infantino and the employee.
According to reports, the employee was later promoted to a managerial position and received a 30 percent salary increase.
Then-UEFA President Michel Platini was informed of the situation and reportedly issued Infantino an ultimatum, according to the newspaper's sources.
The employee later left UEFA with a severance package in line with regulations at the time, and received annual funding of £45,000 to pursue a business school qualification.
UEFA now intends to review the circumstances of these payments and determine whether the alleged relationship influenced personnel decisions during Infantino's tenure.
The investigation is expected to cover Infantino's conduct from 2000 to 2016.
FIFA has defended Infantino, with a spokesperson categorically denying the allegations, describing them as false and defamatory.