According to a letter obtained by L'Équipe, the presidents of the Finnish, Swedish, and Danish football associations, Ari Lahti, Simon Aström, and Jesper Moller, respectively, have written to the European Commission to express their concerns. The letter states that the recent developments within the FIFA have raised serious concerns about governance, transparency, and decision-making. The Nordic countries have expressed their inquiets about the lack of transparency and democratic anchorage within the FIFA, particularly in relation to the FIFA Forward Enterprise proposal. The proposal, which would have seen private investors acquire stakes in the FIFA's commercial activities, has been withdrawn but the questions it raised remain.
The Nordic federations are now seeking the support of the European Commission to defend the fundamental principles of the game, including openness, democratic participation, and solidarity. This move comes after the failed attempt to launch the European Super League in 2021, which demonstrated the importance of coordination between European football associations and political decision-makers in defending the principles of the game.
The European Commission has been approached by the Nordic federations to discuss their concerns and potential solutions. The outcome of this meeting is yet to be confirmed, but it is clear that the Nordic federations are determined to defend the integrity of the game and ensure that the FIFA operates in a transparent and democratic manner.