Sepp Blatter, despite the ongoing criminal proceedings against him in Switzerland, remains resolute in his position as FIFA president. In a statement released by his lawyers, Blatter affirmed that he would continue in office until the next election in February 2016.
Blatter expressed his cooperation with Swiss authorities, insisting that he had done nothing wrong or illegal. He also defended the controversial payment made to UEFA president Michel Platini, which is under investigation, stating that it was a legitimate payment for the advisory role Platini held with FIFA from 1998. According to Blatter, the payment was properly accounted for, including the necessary social security contributions.
This statement further underlines Blatter’s determination to continue leading FIFA despite the ongoing legal challenges surrounding him. The situation remains highly complex, with more investigations likely to unfold as FIFA and its leadership remain under intense scrutiny.
