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The FA announce 'official inquiry into the formation of the European Super League' as the Premier League vow to 'hold the founders accountable and establish the truth of what happened' in bid to make sure rebel clubs can NEVER make another breakaway

The Football Association and Premier League have launched inquiries into the events that led up to the formation of the European Super League, to establish the 'truth of what happened'.

And the governing bodies have committed to new rules and regulations designed to stop a similar power grab from ever happening again.

The Premier League, supported by the FA, has committed to an owners' charter, which will force those in charge of clubs to agree to a set of 'core principles' with 'significant sanctions' for anyone who fails to uphold them.

Hundreds of Manchester United fans stormed the pitch at Old Trafford in protest at the club's American owners after they signed up to the European Super League ahead of Sunday afternoon's match with Liverpool
The Premier League (pictured, chief executive Richard Masters) have begun working on a code of conduct to which all 20 clubs must sign up

The Premier League (pictured, chief executive Richard Masters) have begun working on a code of conduct to which all 20 clubs must sign up

The two organisations say they are also working with government to develop new laws to 'protect football's open pyramid' and they say they will work with fan groups and others to defend the future prospects of English football.