EUROPEAN heavyweights Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus are reportedly set to launch ANOTHER bid to create a Super League.
Controversial plans for a European Super League first came to light in April 2021 until backlash from fans quickly put an end to the project.
But rebel clubs Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus have always remained keen on reviving the failed plot.
And they are set to speak to clubs across Europe regarding a potential new format for their tournament after axing the idea of having permanent members, according to the Telegraph.
All of the Premier League’s ‘Big Six’ pulled out of the original plans after huge protests from fans against the idea.
But Real, Barca and Juve are reportedly set to try and drum up interest in the European Super League once again in the next weeks.
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The trio of clubs are currently waiting on a judgement from the European Court of Justice on UEFA’s control of European football.
If judges on December 15 don’t back UEFA as the sole organiser of club tournaments in Europe, the three teams will be able to press ahead with their plans.
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez said at the club’s annual meeting last week that football is “sick” and needs to “change”.
He said: “To fix a problem, you have to first recognise that you have a problem.
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“Our sport is sick. It is losing its leadership as a global sport.
“We mustn’t be confused by the impact of Real Madrid’s European Cup run when we were involved in seven games of the highest intensity and interest.
“That was the result of the draw, and of the quality and greatness of our team. It was a spectacle that helped bring excitement back to the viewers.
“That’s why we believe European competitions must change, to offer fans top-level games year-round between the strongest teams, with the best players competing.”
Meanwhile, in an open letter to Juventus shareholders on Thursday, chairman Andrea Agnelli spoke about the financial dominance of the Premier League, which a Super League would stop.
And Barcelona president Joan Laporta will reportedly mention the European Super League and club finances at a meeting on Sunday.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
