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Published on Nov 22, 2024 at 12:27 p.m. par
Abdel Maarous
Benjamin Morel, general director of LFP Media, offers his resignation under pressure from the clubs. A crucial transition is coming.
The Professional Football League is going through a delicate period. Benjamin Morel, general director of LFP Media, recently offered his resignation. This announcement, revealed by RMC Sport, marks a crucial moment for the commercial subsidiary of the League.
A context of financial pressures
Since taking office in January 2023, Benjamin Morel has faced major challenges. Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 clubs are keen to reduce expenses. They are asking for savings of 40 million euros on the operation of the League and its subsidiary. This growing pressure has led the Director General to consider that the conditions necessary for the accomplishment of his missions are no longer met.
In an internal email addressed to his main collaborators, Benjamin Morel explained his wish to leave his functions while guaranteeing a smooth transition to preserve the interests of the clubs and the League. However, no specific date has yet been set for his departure.
What are the challenges for the future of the LFP?
The Professional Football League is at a strategic crossroads. The potential departure of Benjamin Morel could have a lasting influence on the dynamics of LFP Media.
The clubs' demand for better control of expenses leads to a global review of the structure of LFP Media. This reorganization could affect not only the governance of the subsidiary, but also its commercial ambitions. The key question remains whether the departure of Benjamin Morel will weaken or strengthen the effectiveness of this entity.
In this context, the League's ability to adapt quickly will be decisive. The balance between economic management and sporting ambition remains a priority to preserve the competitiveness and attractiveness of French football on the international scene.
