The Rfef Settles the Munuera Montero Case, Final Response on the Referee's Businesses

The Compliance Department of the RFEF concludes that there is no conflict of interest in José Luis Munuera Montero's business activities.

The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has analyzed the referee's business activities. They sought to determine if there was a possible conflict of interest with his refereeing duties.

According to Isaac Fouto, the investigation concluded on February 20. They reviewed the information pointing to possible incompatibilities in Munuera Montero's performance.

Document Review

The RFEF opened the investigation on February 18 following various media publications. During the process, they accessed information from the Commercial Registry about the companies linked to the referee.

Munuera Montero cooperated at all times. He presented the required documentation. People from his circle who appeared in the reports also participated.

Conclusion of the Report

The study of commercial, corporate, and accounting information determined that there is no conflict of interest. The RFEF concluded that the referee's activities do not affect his impartiality.

The report states: "From a legal and regulatory perspective, there is neither a real nor potential conflict of interest arising from Mr. Munuera Montero's business affiliation with the RFEF."

The RFEF doesn't consider it necessary to take disciplinary measures. The report recommends that the Technical Committee of Referees lift any precautionary measures imposed.

Additionally, the documentation will be sent to UEFA. Munuera Montero will be able to continue refereeing in their competitions without restrictions.

With this decision, the Federation considers the case closed. The Andalusian referee is free from any allegations related to his business activity.