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Premier League 'unanimously and vigorously' reject Super League proposal & plan action against six sides involved

The Premier League has "unanimously and vigorously rejected" plans for a Super League and is planning to take action against the six sides from the English top-flight that have signed up for the new European competition.

Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham, Liverpool and Manchester City announced on Sunday that they intend to form part of a new breakaway competition involving members of the continental elite.

What has been said?

The Premier League has responded to the plans by announcing in a statement: "The Premier League, alongside The FA, met with clubs today to discuss the immediate implications of the Super League proposal.