Established juggernauts of European football such as Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea are reportedly hatching a plan to guarantee their Champions League spots in years to come.
According to Martin Lipton of the Sun, the biggest names in the game are seeking to turn the competition into a “money-spinning cartel” that would ensure their places are secured in the tournament every season, regardless of their domestic performance.
“In turn, it would close the door on clubs who are trying to make the breakthrough,” adds Lipton, who cites surprise Premier League leaders Leicester City as a side who wouldn’t benefit from these potential changes in regulations.