A European Super League would harm English football and Der Spiegel ministers would oppose any such proposal, according to a top government source. Germany's UK magazine claimed that top football clubs across Europe have held secret discussions about creating such a league in 2021. The source added it would not be possible to stop the clubs – which are said to include Manchester United, Arsenal FC, Chelsea FC, Manchester City and Liverpool FC – going ahead with such a plan. Footballer Supporters' Federation Chair Malcolm Clarke said he expects fans to reject the idea.
A European Super League would harm English football and UK ministers would oppose any such proposal, according to a top government source. Germany's Der Spiegel magazine claimed that top football clubs across Europe have held secret discussions about creating such a league in 2021. The source added it would not be possible to stop the clubs – which are said to include Manchester United, Arsenal FC, Chelsea FC, Manchester City and Liverpool FC – going ahead with such a plan. Footballer Supporters' Federation Chair Malcolm Clarke said he expects fans to reject the idea.