Chaos, the last hypothesis is Malagò commissioner League Serie A: "It is inappropriate to put the FIGC in extraordinary administration, you risk chaos"

The Italian Football Federation (Figc) faces potential administrative intervention after the National Olympic Committee (Coni) prepares to vote on whether to appoint a commissioner for the federation over the alleged failure of its president, Giovanni Malagò, to meet tesseramento requirements. The Lega Serie A has expressed concerns, calling such a move "entirely inappropriate" and warning it could plunge football into chaos during a critical period. The decision will be made by the Coni’s governing body, known as the Giunta, which meets later this week. The controversy centers around Malagò's eligibility to lead the Figc, given his lack of a valid sports registration. This issue has sparked legal debates and political tensions within Italy’s sporting community. The Lega Serie A emphasized its support for Malagò, who was elected with a wide margin, and urged respect for the autonomy of Italian football, noting UEFA’s stance on the matter. The league has dissociated itself from the legal dispute, stating it does not understand the legal or political foundations behind the proposed administration. President of the Coni, Luciano Buonfiglio, is set to meet with Malagò before the Giunta meeting, where the proposal to appoint Malagò as commissioner of the Figc himself might be discussed. This would represent a last-minute attempt to avoid a split within the Giunta and prevent further legal challenges. The outcome of the Giunta’s vote will determine whether the Figc enters administrative oversight, a process that could extend to the national council of Coni members if the Giunta fails to reach a majority decision. Legal arguments have been presented on both sides. Coni’s legal team argues that tesseramento is essential for leadership roles, while experts from the Figc, including constitutional lawyer Sabino Cassese and administrative law professor Bernardo Giorgio Mattarella, contend that the absence of tesseramento alone does not justify administrative measures. These opposing views have led to ongoing legal disputes, potentially extending to higher courts such as the Council of State. The composition of the voting body adds complexity to the situation. All members of the Giunta and the national council are eligible to vote, including individuals whose potential conflicts of interest have raised questions. For instance, Diana Bianchedi, former head of the Italian national team delegation, and Elisabet Spina, a Milan official, face scrutiny regarding impartiality. Their votes could be challenged if they prove decisive in the Giunta’s decision. Malagò, despite being a member of the Giunta and the national council, plans to abstain from voting to avoid any legal challenges. He may even leave the room during the crucial moment of the vote. His position appears secure with three loyal supporters, Marco Di Paola, Laura Lunetta, and others, who themselves face potential administrative actions due to scandals involving their respective federations. The upcoming vote on October 6 marks a pivotal moment for Italian sports governance. It will determine whether Malagò continues as president or if the Figc undergoes administrative intervention, setting a precedent for future leadership qualifications in Italian sports.