ISL Clubs Propose Consortium Model to Run League, AIFF to Hold Special Share

• ISL clubs (excluding East Bengal) propose a consortium model to the Ministry of Sports for self-management of the league, with AIFF retaining a special share.
• The detailed proposal suggests a "League Company" operate, manage, and monetize the league, potentially starting the 2025-26 season within 45 days.
• Clubs plan no payment to AIFF for the current season but may pay Rs. 10 crore annually from 2026-27, with AIFF bearing no business risk.
• The proposal, which may require AIFF constitution changes, will be discussed at the AIFF's AGM on December 20 in New Delhi.
• This comes after the AIFF-FSDL Master Rights Agreement expired, no new commercial partner was found, and the 2025-26 season is delayed, impacting clubs and players.

Why It Matters: ISL clubs seek self-governance for the league, offering AIFF a share without operational risk.