President Donald Trump wants FIFA President Gianni Infantino to become the next secretary-general of the United Nations, according to a report by the New York Post, a move that would elevate one of his closest international allies from global soccer to international diplomacy.
The report says Trump believes Infantino has earned worldwide respect through his leadership of FIFA and his role in organizing the 2026 FIFA World Cup across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
According to a source cited by the Post, Trump views the Swiss executive as someone with a unique ability to unite people across political and cultural divides.
The White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment, and FIFA has not publicly addressed the report.
Trump and Infantino have built a close relationship over the past several years, particularly during preparations for the expanded 48-team World Cup.
