Manchester United's executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward has resigned from his position on the Premier League's Club Broadcast Advisory Group in the wake of the failed European Super League proposal, according to reports. Despite its spectacular failure, the show of desire to join the league by the 'Big Six' Premier League clubs has sparked tension between themselves and the rest of the division. The sides in question are expected to face significant ramifications from football's governing bodies in the coming months, but it has been confirmed that the English contingent will be treated with leniency when compared to their European counterparts after leading the Super League exodus. However, they are highly unlikely to get off scot-free, with Premier League chief executive Richard Masters already putting the wheels in motion. "The club is well positioned for the future and it will be difficult to walk away at the end of the year.

Source: Express April 29, 2021 10:50 UTC