UEFA confirms payment to former employee during Infantino's tenure, amid denials of a romantic relationship

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that a six-figure severance payment was made to a former female employee during his tenure as UEFA secretary general. The disclosure follows reports alleging that the payment was linked to inappropriate conduct and a potential romantic relationship, claims which Infantino has formally denied.

The payment has drawn scrutiny regarding the transparency of financial settlements within the organization during Infantino's leadership. While the confirmation of the transaction establishes the existence of the payout, the nature of the professional relationship and the specific reasons for the departure remain a point of contention between the official account and external reports.