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FIFA Legal Chief Departs After Eight Years
Emilio García Silvero leaves role as another top executive exits the organization
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Leadership Change at FIFA
FIFA confirmed that its chief legal and compliance officer is stepping down after eight years in the role. Emilio García Silvero will move on to a new professional chapter based in Madrid. The departure follows the August exit of the chief operating officer and adds to recent turnover in senior positions.
Key Contributions and Transition
During his time at the organization, García Silvero led efforts on regulatory updates including a clearinghouse for payments, new rules for agents and an updated international transfer system. He also worked to improve access and transparency for regulations across the six confederations. Jan Kleiner, the Zurich-based head of football regulations, will handle the legal and compliance departments on an interim basis in Miami.
Broader Context for Global Football
The change comes as Spain prepares to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Portugal and Morocco. García Silvero also serves on the management board of the Court of Arbitration for Sport. FIFA noted his work on modernization of the regulatory framework since joining ahead of the 2018 World Cup.
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