FIFA president, Gianni Infantino, is to be interviewed by ethics investigators, following allegations he breached the governing body’s code of ethics.
Infantino will meet Robert Torres, a member of the investigatory chamber of the FIFA ethics committee.
The interview in Zurich – possibly as early as Friday – is part of a preliminary probe.
If there is sufficient evidence then, a full investigation could be opened.
Under such circumstances, Infantino could be suspended from his role for up to 90 days.
A FIFA spokesperson said: “The FIFA president has stated publicly he fully respects the independence and work of the ethics committee and that he would provide, if required, whatever information necessary to facilitate any potential review by the committee.The president has made clear that he has acted appropriately and in accordance with Fifa’s code of ethics.”
Infantino is said to be “very confident” that no further action will be taken with sources close to the former UEFA secretary general describing the allegations as “absurd” and “baseless.”
External legal counsel is said to have been hired by FIFA to provide an independent assessment of the claims against Infantino.
