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Arsene Wenger to decide this week on FIFA presidency bid

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Arsene Wenger to decide this week on FIFA presidency bid
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Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is considering running for FIFA president and is expected to make a final decision this week.

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Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is considering running for FIFA president. The 77-year-old Frenchman is expected to make a final decision this week on whether to enter the race, The Athletic reported.

His potential rival could be current FIFA President Gianni Infantino. UEFA representatives and other influential figures in football are trying to persuade Wenger to run. The deadline for nominations is Nov. 18.

UEFA is also holding talks with other potential candidates for the FIFA presidency. The election will take place in March 2027.

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