FIFA's chief legal officer steps down in second high-profile exit

Emilio García Silvero, FIFA's chief legal and compliance officer for the past eight years, is stepping down to pursue a new professional chapter in Madrid, FIFA confirmed on Friday. His exit marks the second high-profile departure from FIFA leadership, following Kevin Lamour's resignation as chief operating officer in August, who claimed FIFA president Gianni Infantino's World Cup sale plan had 'deceived' administration. Additionally, former Arsenal manager Arsène Wenger is reportedly not expected to renew his contract as FIFA's chief of global football development when it expires.