'At least I'll sleep well tonight' - Fifa executive joins Burnham in questioning Infantino
Fifa's chief operating officer strongly criticises Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investors.
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""the time has now come for football political leaders to ask themselves the right questions and make the right decisions""
— Kevin Lamour , Executive
""At least I'll sleep well tonight.""
— Kevin Lamour , Executive
""the wrong man to lead the organisation""
— Andy Burnham , Politician
""a bad deal for football""
— Carlos Cordeiro , Executive
Key People
Andy Burnham is the chief minister of Jersey and a prominent Labour Party figure.
Former senior adviser on global strategy and governance for Fifa who resigned in opposition to Infantino's plans.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
President of FIFA.
Fifa's chief operating officer.
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Fifa's chief operating officer strongly criticises Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investors.
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