India, Nov. 13 -- FIFA president Gianni Infantino has found himself at the centre of fresh controversy after a complaint was filed with US tax authorities over allegations concerning his domestic staff at his Miami residence. The complaint has called for an investigation into claims that an individual working exclusively for Infantino and his wife, Leena, was being paid through a FIFA-affiliated entity.

The development could have wider implications for world football's governing body. According to a report by The Guardian, FIFA could risk losing its tax-exempt status in the United States if the allegations are investigated and substantiated by the authorities.

The complaint was submitted to the US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by Washi...