UEC Statement: the future of footbal cannot be negotiated behind closed doors

The Union of European Clubs calls for full transparency and meaningful stakeholder consultation following FIFA's confirmation that it plans to sell stakes in its flagship competitions. UEC warns that the issue is not investment itself, but whether decisions with profound consequences for world football are being taken without democratic accountability or the meaningful participation of the wider football community.

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The UEC is an organisation formed to promote a fair, sustainable and balanced football ecosystem where clubs of all sizes can thrive, effectively protecting the European model of sport which relates to its social and community value while also contributing to its commercial success
By giving a voice to professional clubs of all sizes, the UEC enables them to defend their interest and advocate for a regulatory environment where they can progress in both financial and sporting terms
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