Post by Webster on Apr 20, 2021 18:16:03 GMT
(The Guardian) Premier League 'unanimously and vigorously' rejects ESL plans
The Premier League has released a statement making it clear the “Other 14” clubs will do all they can to stop the six English clubs joining a breakaway European Super League. The statement follows a meeting of the 14 clubs that took place this morning. Here it is in full: The Premier League, alongside The FA, met with clubs today to discuss the immediate implications of the Super League proposal. The 14 clubs at the meeting unanimously and vigorously rejected the plans for the competition.
The Premier League is considering all actions available to prevent it from progressing, as well as holding those Shareholders involved to account under its rules. The League will continue to work with key stakeholders including fan groups, Government, UEFA, The FA, EFL, PFA and LMA to protect the best interests of the game and call on those clubs involved in the proposed competition to cease their involvement immediately.
The Premier League would like to thank fans and all stakeholders for the support they have shown this week on this significant issue. The reaction proves just how much our open pyramid and football community means to people.
The line about “holding shareholders to account under its rules” suggests action may be taken. How far could they go?
The Premier League has released a statement making it clear the “Other 14” clubs will do all they can to stop the six English clubs joining a breakaway European Super League. The statement follows a meeting of the 14 clubs that took place this morning. Here it is in full: The Premier League, alongside The FA, met with clubs today to discuss the immediate implications of the Super League proposal. The 14 clubs at the meeting unanimously and vigorously rejected the plans for the competition.
The Premier League is considering all actions available to prevent it from progressing, as well as holding those Shareholders involved to account under its rules. The League will continue to work with key stakeholders including fan groups, Government, UEFA, The FA, EFL, PFA and LMA to protect the best interests of the game and call on those clubs involved in the proposed competition to cease their involvement immediately.
The Premier League would like to thank fans and all stakeholders for the support they have shown this week on this significant issue. The reaction proves just how much our open pyramid and football community means to people.
The line about “holding shareholders to account under its rules” suggests action may be taken. How far could they go?