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The scheme received widespread backlash leading to its abandonment, however there are also calls that Infantino should no longer hold his position.

Despite worldwide criticism of Infantino, a senior administration official close to the pair, has claimed that Trump will support his bid to remain as the FIFA boss.

The official stated that the president is very fond of Infantino after he helped the US host the “best World Cup ever”.

This backing may not come as a surprise as the pair’s relationship was placed under fire during the recent World Cup, with arguments of corruption.

During this year’s tournament, co-hosted by the US, Trump said he spoke to the FIFA chief to complain after a red card was given to the USA’s star striker and his one-match ban was then suspended.

This incident sparked huge debates about political interference in the game.

“Gianni helped us a lot to deliver the best World Cup ever. The president likes him a lot.

“I am sure the president will do everything possible to help him,” the source told The Telegraph.

“I don’t think the president will change his mind on him, because he is a loyal person. Gianni really delivered the World Cup for the United States. We value that.”

Despite backing from the US president, political leaders elsewhere do not share the same support for Infantino.

Andy Burnham has repeated his belief that Infantino is “not the right man to lead football” and urges him to stand down from his role.

David Davies, who held several senior roles at the FA between 1994 and 2006 said that Infantino has been “seduced for too long” by Donald Trump and runs FIFA in a ‘political style’.

The English FA are reportedly preparing a letter withdrawing its support for Infantino’s re-election, matching that from the Welsh FA.

Despite these withdrawals, there are currently no other candidates identified to take the spot.