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Jul 30, 2026

UEFA confirms departure payment to ex-employee amid Infantino affair allegations

UEFA confirmed it made a six-figure departure payment to a female employee during Gianni Infantino's tenure as general secretary, following reports alleging an extramarital relationship. The FIFA president has strongly denied the allegations of inappropriate conduct.

Jul 30, 2026·3 sources
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  • ▪The Union of European Football Associations stated that its internal staff regulations have been tightened since 2016 to reflect modern organizational standards.
  • ▪The Union of European Football Associations stated that the departure payment made to the former employee complied with internal regulations in place at the time.
  • ▪Gianni Infantino strongly denied the allegations of an affair and inappropriate conduct, characterizing the claims as categorically untrue and defamatory.

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