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French probe into Al-Khelaifi over broadcast rights
Investigations in France raise doubts about a potential conflict of interest involving Nasser Al-Khelaifi, the chairman of Paris Saint-Germain and the CEO of the BeIN Media Group, regarding negotiations for the broadcasting rights of the 2024 French Ligue 1 season. The inquiry focuses on the extent to which his overlapping roles as club president and media executive may have influenced the broadcasting rights negotiations, especially since broadcasting rights are among the most significant sources of revenue for clubs. The case began in April following a report from an anti-corruption association, suggesting there might be an illegal overlap between his responsibilities at the club and media companies. However, BeIN Sports has denied any violations and reiterated its independence in its operational responsibilities. Additionally, PSG’s revenues have grown significantly since Qatar Investments took over in 2011, increasing from 99 million euros to approximately 837 million euros in the 2024-2025 season. The investigations are still in the preliminary stage, and no violations have been proven so far.
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