Trump's pick for the next UN Secretary General? Gianni Infantino, reportedly
- Published on 22/07/2026 - 12:01 GMT+2 US President Donald Trump is reportedly keen for FIFA's Gianni Infantino to be the next secretary-general of the United Nations.
- According to a report by US media outlet The New York Post that cites a source close to the president, Trump believes there is a clear opportunity for a challenger to take the role and sees Infantino as a "respected" potential candidate.
- The process is already underway to replace the UN's current Secretary-General, António Guterres, who finishes his second term on 31 December.
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- Published on 22/07/2026 - 12:01 GMT+2 US President Donald Trump is reportedly keen for FIFA's Gianni Infantino to be the next secretary-general of the United Nations.
- According to a report by US media outlet The New York Post that cites a source close to the president, Trump believes there is a clear opportunity for a challenger to take the role and sees Infantino as a "respected" potential candidate.
- The process is already underway to replace the UN's current Secretary-General, António Guterres, who finishes his second term on 31 December.
Sources: Euronews