# Trump reportedly wants FIFA's Infantino as next UN Secretary-General

A report claims former President Trump wants FIFA President Gianni Infantino to become the next UN Secretary-General. This would be an unusual choice, placing a sports executive in a top diplomatic post. It shows how Trump might influence international leadership nominations if he returns to office.

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## Sources

### Sports
- [Fox News Sports](https://www.foxnews.com/sports/trump-wants-fifa-president-gianni-infantino-become-next-un-secretary-general-report) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 22:18:32 -0400