UEFA is determined to finalise the new-look Champions League by the end of February, despite 'strong concern' about the plans being expressed at a key meeting today. UEFA is committed to reforming the Champions League to create more matches and revenueHowever, after reviewing the super league plan, officials thought UEFA's Executive Committee should sign off the new Champions League format as early as Friday next week. Clubs with recent history of European success could have a protected route into competitionSUPER LEAGUE PLANS Manchester United, Real Madrid and AC Milan are the driving forces behind the plans for a European Super League, to replace UEFA's Champions League, according to The Times. They were shocked to discover the extent of the financial and legal structures already taking shape for the rival European Super League, when details were leaked last month. FIFA has also warned any players involved in a European Super League would be barred from international competitions such as the World Cup.

Source: Daily Mail February 05, 2021 17:50 UTC