UEFA’s plans to reform the Champions League face being derailed after European clubs dramatically objected to the proposals at the final moment, adding to widespread concerns. The plans include enlarging the Champions League from 32 to 36 teams, increasing the number of matches by 100, and giving preferential access to the continent's biggest clubs from 2024. The backdrop to the protracted discussions on Champions League reform are competing proposals for the European Super League. The super league is believed to be driven by Europe's biggest clubs, including, Real Madrid, AC Milan and Manchester United and would be a direct competitior to UEFA's Champions League proposal. Following the decision to postpone a vote on the reformed Champions League, UEFA said in a statement: 'The future of club competitions post-2024 will be one of the topics discussed.

Source: Daily Mail March 30, 2021 12:02 UTC