FIFA has extended an olive branch to European Leagues and FIFPro, offering to discuss the increasingly congested football calendar.
The governing body has faced mounting pressure from leagues and players’ unions over its plans for a revamped Club World Cup and the overall fixture schedule.
Last week, European Leagues and FIFPro announced their intention to take legal action against FIFA, accusing it of abusing its dominant position in the sport.
In response, FIFA has reiterated its willingness to engage in dialogue, claiming that a legal battle is not the best way forward.
The organization insists it is committed to protecting players’ well-being while balancing the interests of football stakeholders worldwide.
The dispute highlights the growing tension between FIFA and those responsible for domestic leagues as the battle for control over the football calendar intensifies.
