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Who are the big signings to look out for? What are the rule changes? What are the Covid-19 protocols? What else is new? After the ESL was announced, Fifa expressed its "disapproval" of the proposed competition and called on "all parties involved in heated discussions to engage in calm, constructive and balanced dialogue for the good of the game". If there was any lingering doubt over the desire of these 12 clubs to launch their own competition, it has been removed by their statement - reinforced by each of them through their own media platforms.

World players' union Fifpro said it will "vigorously oppose measures by either side that would impede the rights of players, such as exclusion from their national teams".Benitez is one of four Spaniards managing in the top flight along with Arsenal's Mikel Arteta, City's Guardiola and Watford's Xisco Munoz. Juventus chairman Andrea Agnelli has resigned from the Uefa executive committee and as chairman of the European Club Association (ECA), which had pushed the planned Champions League reforms. Sir Alex Ferguson retiring as Manchester United boss was one of the biggest stories of the Premier League era. His club kept it secret for months, but eventually word got out... Gianluigi Lentini: The rise and fall of the world's most expensive player The founding clubs believe the solutions proposed following these talks do not solve fundamental issues, including the need to provide higher-quality matches and additional financial resources for the overall football pyramid."

He said: "By bringing together the world's greatest clubs and players to play each other throughout the season, the Super League will open a new chapter for European football, ensuring world-class competition and facilities, and increased financial support for the wider football pyramid." In recent months, extensive dialogue has taken place with football stakeholders regarding the future format of European competitions," they added. Approaching his 37th birthday in March, Sergio Ramos was in no mood to end his trophy-laden career. Guillem Balague explored why. 'We can't stop watching' - Arsenal's reluctant rebel fans

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Uefa had hoped the plans for a new 36-team Champions League - with reforms confirmed on Monday - would head off the formation of a Super League. The video assistant referee system was introduced to the Premier League in 2019 to review "clear and obvious errors" in four game-changing incidents: goals, penalties, straight red cards and mistaken identity.

Having scored the goal that clinched Napoli's first title in 33 years, just how much is Serie A's Nigerian top scorer Victor Osimhen worth? What has been your Premier League club's biggest disappointment this season? We asked the fansIt said the inaugural season was "intended to commence as soon as practicable" and "anticipated that a further three clubs" would join the breakaway. These discussions will be fascinating. But right now, the clubs who have signed up to the European Super League have a public relations battle to turn around perceptions - because initial reaction has been overwhelmingly negative. Moulded by La Masia, forged by the Old Firm, now celebrated in north London. Mikel Arteta's long journey was always focused on one destination: the top. Blue v Red: The battle for Manchester The Manchester United Supporters' Trust had earlier said the proposals were "completely unacceptable" and the ESL "goes against everything football, and Manchester United, should stand for".

Critics say the move is being driven purely by money, would destroy domestic leagues and is against the integrity of the sport. Chelsea Supporters' Trust called the move "unforgivable" and said its members and "football supporters across the world have experienced the ultimate betrayal". Notable outgoings include Manchester City's Sergio Aguero to Barcelona, Chelsea's Olivier Giroud to AC Milan and Liverpool's Georginio Wijnaldum to Paris St-Germain.

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Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund have said they will not be joining and are committed to the ECA, along with fellow German side Bayern Munich. Liverpool and Manchester United are the two most successful sides in English football history What has been the reaction? Guillem Balague tells the inside story of how Diego Maradona led Argentina to glory in 1986. How one of England's most historic clubs was saved from a wild ride to ruin In a social media post, SOS said: "FSG have ignored fans in their relentless and greedy pursuit of money. Football is ours, not theirs. Our football club is ours not theirs."