Denmark's football chief has accused FIFA's Legal Committee of evading "critical questions" regarding a controversial proposal, now abandoned, to sell commercial stakes in tournaments. Jesper Moller, President of the Danish Football Association (DBU), expressed frustration that the "FIFA Forward Enterprise" plan was not discussed by the committee, which he believes is the appropriate body to consult on such legal matters.

Moller stated that he attempted to raise these concerns during a Legal Committee meeting, but FIFA's response was evasive. The world football governing body indicated that further discussion would be deferred to an upcoming Council meeting in October. Moller views this as a missed opportunity for FIFA's leadership to address the issues surrounding the proposal, which he described as "deeply problematic."

The DBU has been a vocal critic of FIFA President Gianni Infantino's leadership, particularly following the aborted proposal. Last month, the DBU pledged to seek a credible alternative candidate for the FIFA presidency in the upcoming March election, citing a "fundamental crisis of confidence" in Infantino and FIFA's leadership. They believe the proposal created irreparable damage that withdrawals or apologies cannot fix.

Moller reiterated his commitment to finding a candidate who can secure a majority, stating, "There is no trust in Infantino and FIFA’s leadership." He added that the recent meeting confirmed for him that FIFA cannot regain its credibility under the current leadership, and that "the time has come for a change of president at FIFA."

FIFA had previously apologized to its member associations for missteps related to the abandoned proposal. However, following a crisis meeting in Morocco, FIFA's leadership reaffirmed its support for President Infantino. Despite the DBU's efforts and criticisms, Infantino is widely expected to secure enough votes for re-election, suggesting that his opponents will need to adjust their strategies.

The FIFA Council, comprising 37 members including President Infantino, vice-presidents, and elected members from national associations, is scheduled to discuss the matter further. The DBU remains determined to pursue answers and believes they will "get to the bottom of this completely unacceptable matter."

The controversy highlights ongoing tensions between FIFA's leadership and some member associations regarding governance and financial proposals. The DBU's stance underscores a desire for greater transparency and accountability within the organization.

Moller's statements indicate a continued push for reform and a challenge to the status quo within international football governance, even as Infantino appears to have sufficient backing for another term.