Burden cited relations with FIFA as the reason for his decision, telling the Guardian: “I recognise that an important part of the role is liaison with Fifa, our global governing body. I am not prepared to deal with people whom I cannot trust and I have withdrawn my candidacy. The role entails liaising with Fifa and I want nothing more to do with them.”
Burden was a front runner to be announced as the replacement to Lord Triesman, who was forced to resign after allegations about his private life several months ago.
