Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup
FIFA is considering a $20 billion investment vehicle to sell stakes in the World Cup, sparking immediate opposition from UEFA.
Where it stands
FIFA is exploring a plan to sell equity stakes in the World Cup through a $20 billion financial vehicle. The proposal, linked to investment interests involving Jared Kushner, aims to secure private capital for the tournament's operations. Bloomberg and The Times confirm this structure seeks to leverage the commercial value of the competition for external funding.
UEFA has responded with public criticism, expressing fury regarding the proposed privatization of World Cup assets. While Bloomberg cites a $20 billion valuation, ESPN reports a figure of $10 billion in private investment potential, highlighting internal friction between global and European football governing bodies regarding the control and financing of the event. Discussions regarding the implementation of this vehicle are ongoing.
Coverage does not yet specify a timeline for a formal vote or the final terms of any potential stake sales, leaving the scope of UEFA’s influence on the final decision uncertain.
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The reporting (5)
- World Cup: Uefa furious at reports Fifa plan to sell stakes in tournament BBC · 5h ago
- FIFA Explores External Investment With $20 Billion Vehicle Bloomberg · 5h ago
- FIFA plan for Kushner-backed $20 billion operation to run World Cup meets fury from Europe's UEFA AP News · 5h ago
- UEFA blasts FIFA proposal to allow for $10B in World Cup private investment ESPN · 5h ago
- Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup The Times · 5h ago
Answered
What is the core of the FIFA proposal?
FIFA is exploring an external investment vehicle valued at up to $20 billion to sell stakes in the World Cup.
Who opposes the plan?
UEFA has publicly voiced opposition to the proposal, criticizing the move to allow private investment in the tournament.
Is the investment linked to any specific individual?
AP News reports that the $20 billion operation is backed by Kushner.
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