If proper talks happen, FIFA could agree to move the 2022 World Cup from its traditional slot on the football calendar.
Blatter said in August he wanted to move the 2022 World Cup away from June and July to avoid temperatures of more than 40C in the Gulf state.
But UEFA president Michel Platini is one of several members of Fifa's executive committee who feel more talks with the game's stakeholders are needed before any vote can take place.
FIFA boss Sepp Blatter wanted the world governing body to vote on a switch at a two-day meeting in Zurich, this week.
But with opposition to such a plan gathering momentum, it seems a decision on a move will be delayed.
Fears about the impact Qatar's summer heat could have on players and fans has prompted the scheduling re-think.
But UEFA president Michel Platini is one of several members of Fifa's executive committee who feel more talks with the game's stakeholders are needed before any vote can take place.
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