The move is a direct result of Infantino's failed FIFA Forward Enterprise project, which sparked widespread outrage throughout football. FIFA member associations steadily withdrew their support for the 56-year-old, with UEFA also calling for a boycott of FIFA tournaments. Although UEFA is reportedly set to drop this after being reassured that Infantino won't stage a repeat of his proposal.
UEFA has sent a 60-page discovery claim to the United States District Court in Florida, as it prepares to take criminal action against Infantino in Switzerland. The petition, seen by talkSPORT, asks for authorisation for subpoenas for two US-based departments of FIFA, FIFA Americas and the 2026 World Cup, in order to gain the production of documents and communications as UEFA compiles a case against Infantino.
Infantino's U-turn on the project at the end of July was met with criticism from high-ranking FIFA officials, with his senior adviser Carlos Cordeiro resigning. Meanwhile, FIFA's chief operating officer, Kevin Lamour, derided FIFA Forward Enterprise as a solo endeavour on Infantino's part.
Infantino has come under intense scrutiny in recent weeks, with his future as FIFA President hanging in the balance. The 77th FIFA Congress in Rabat, next March, will see the presidential election take place, with Infantino up for re-election.