The Champions League could be expanded to include 64 teams . UEFA president Michel Platini announced a decision on format of competitions to be made in 2014 . Meanwhile Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis is to join the ECA 's executive board after David Gill , CEO of the Gunners ' Premier League rivals , decided to stand down from the European club organization . New proposals could see the second - tier Europa League scrapped . The Europa League replaced the UEFA Cup in 2009 .
The Champions League could be expanded to include 64 teams . UEFA president Michel Platini announced a decision on format of competitions to be made in 2014 . New proposals could see the second - tier Europa League scrapped . The Europa League replaced the UEFA Cup in 2009 .