Premier League slams Project Big Picture, the radical revamp plan backed by Liverpool, Manchester United
4 years, 2 months ago

Premier League slams Project Big Picture, the radical revamp plan backed by Liverpool, Manchester United

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Among the proposals being considered are a reduction in the Premier League from 20 to 18 teams, the abolition of the League Cup and the Community Shield and greater voting power for ‘big six’ clubs. London: Premier League chiefs have called for unity after leading clubs discussed a “damaging” overhaul that would trigger the most radical changes to English football in decades. A Daily Telegraph report on Sunday claimed Liverpool and Manchester United have been driving the ‘Project Big Picture’ talks, which would rank as the biggest revamp of the sport since the Premier League was launched in 1992. Among the proposals being considered are a reduction in the Premier League from 20 to 18 teams, the abolition of the League Cup and the Community Shield and greater voting power for ‘big six’ clubs Liverpool, United, Chelsea, Arsenal, Tottenham and Manchester City.

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Liverpool, United in talks to join new European super league - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 2 months ago

Liverpool, United in talks to join new European super league - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Manchester United and Liverpool are in talks with Europe's elite clubs to join a new FIFA-backed competition that would reshape the sport's global soccer landscape, Sky News reported on Tuesday. Citing unnamed "football industry" sources, Sky said more than 12 teams from Europe's top five leagues - in England, France, Germany, Italy and Spain - are in negotiations to become …

Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani calls Project Big Picture a 'disgrace'
4 years, 2 months ago

Leeds owner Andrea Radrizzani calls Project Big Picture a 'disgrace'

Daily Mail  

Leeds United chairman Andrea Radrizzani has labelled Project Big Picture a 'disgrace' and reminded the owners of Liverpool and Manchester United they have already profited hugely from the Premier League. The 20 Premier League clubs rejected the Project Big Picture proposals following a meeting on Wednesday after they were put forward by Liverpool and Man United and supported by EFL …

Klopp happy 'Project Big Picture' kickstarted debate on English football
4 years, 2 months ago

Klopp happy 'Project Big Picture' kickstarted debate on English football

The Hindu  

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp said on Friday that it was crucial that Premier League clubs and stakeholders continue to discuss how to improve English football after the controversial proposals in 'Project Big Picture' came to light. On Wednesday, Premier League clubs shot down the plans for the radical changes put forward by Liverpool and Manchester United but Klopp welcomed the …

EFL clubs reject Premier League's 'rescue' offer - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 2 months ago

EFL clubs reject Premier League's 'rescue' offer - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

The English Football League, representing the three divisions below the Premier League, has rejected a GBP 50 million COVID-19 bail-out offer from the top flight, the EFL said on Thursday. “The League has been very clear in its discussions of the financial requirements needed to address lost gate receipts in 2019/20 and 2020/21, and while EFL clubs are appreciative that …

MARTIN SAMUEL: The downfall of Project Big Carve-up came as angry rivals turned on the Big Two
4 years, 2 months ago

MARTIN SAMUEL: The downfall of Project Big Carve-up came as angry rivals turned on the Big Two

Daily Mail  

It was Everton who were the first to mention the T word. Liverpool's John W Henry and Manchester United's Joel Glazer were behind the Project Big Picture plans, which died on Wednesday due to a complete lack of trust from other clubs Martin Semmens, chief executive of Southampton, said he had not even seen the document that chairmen in the …

Premier League: Clubs unanimously reject Liverpool and Manchester United-backed ‘Project Big Picture’
4 years, 2 months ago

Premier League: Clubs unanimously reject Liverpool and Manchester United-backed ‘Project Big Picture’

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The plan — known as Project Big Picture — was criticised by the government and Premier League leadership ahead of Wednesday’s video call between clubs. The Premier League said its 20 clubs “unanimously agreed that Project Big Picture will not be endorsed or pursued by the Premier League, or the FA.” Premier League Shareholders agreed to work together as a …

Premier League clubs reject 'Project Big Picture'
4 years, 2 months ago

Premier League clubs reject 'Project Big Picture'

The Hindu  

Premier League clubs on Wednesday rejected plans put forward by Liverpool and Manchester United for radical changes to the league's structures and finances and instead set up their own review of the game. The 'Project Big Picture' proposals would see an increase in funds for the 72 clubs in the Football League but also include special voting rights for the …

Derby owner Mel Morris urges Premier League clubs to back Project Big Picture
4 years, 2 months ago

Derby owner Mel Morris urges Premier League clubs to back Project Big Picture

Daily Mail  

Derby owner Mel Morris has begged Premier League clubs to unite behind Project Big Picture and save EFL counterparts from oblivion. Under proposals put forward by Liverpool and Manchester United, the EFL would be given an immediate £250m bailout and the promise of a 25 per cent share in future Premier League television revenues. Derby County owner Mel Morris has …

What is English football's 'Project Big Picture' and who stands to benefit from proposed reforms?
4 years, 2 months ago

What is English football's 'Project Big Picture' and who stands to benefit from proposed reforms?

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“Project Big Picture” has been labelled a “power grab” by the Premier League’s biggest and wealthiest clubs, taking advantage of the dire financial position of the English Football League London: New proposals backed by Liverpool and Manchester United for wide-ranging reform of English football have been criticised by the UK government, Premier League and fans’ groups. The so-called “Project Big …

Project Big Picture slammed as a 'sugar coated cyanide pill'
4 years, 2 months ago

Project Big Picture slammed as a 'sugar coated cyanide pill'

Daily Mail  

The controversial 'Project Big Picture' has come under even more scrutiny after the Football Supporters' Association labelled the proposals as a 'sugar coated cyanide pill'. Liverpool and Manchester United have been the driving forces behind Project Big Picture 'While Project Big Picture dangles an alleged 250 million pounds "rescue fund" in front of clubs to cover lost revenues during the …

CHRIS SUTTON: It's dirty, it stinks and it kills dreams... Project Big Picture cannot happen
4 years, 2 months ago

CHRIS SUTTON: It's dirty, it stinks and it kills dreams... Project Big Picture cannot happen

Daily Mail  

Shall we sit down and discuss how we can save football? Man United's Joel Glazer Liverpool's John W Henry are trying to change English football Project Big Picture is threatening to change the Premier League and the English game forever Replace ‘save’ with ‘control’ and maybe we are closer to the true exchange. The proposals have been branded a power …

‘Project Big Picture’ condemned by government as EFL chief Rick Parry launches defence of secret talks
4 years, 2 months ago

‘Project Big Picture’ condemned by government as EFL chief Rick Parry launches defence of secret talks

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The government has criticised the English Football League …

Premier League Reform Plan for 'Greater Good of English Football'
4 years, 2 months ago

Premier League Reform Plan for 'Greater Good of English Football'

News 18  

English Football League chairman Rick Parry has praised Liverpool and Manchester United for “showing leadership” after they came up with a radical plan to overhaul the Premier League that he believes will benefit the whole game. The Premier League said the plans would have a “damaging impact on the whole game” while the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport …

Premier League Reform Plan Looks Like Power Grab, UK Minister Says
4 years, 2 months ago

Premier League Reform Plan Looks Like Power Grab, UK Minister Says

News 18  

The minister who oversees sport in Britain said on Monday he feared a plan by Liverpool and Manchester United to restructure the English Premier League was a power grab that could prompt a deeper look at the governance of the sport. The plan would see the Premier League commit to providing 25% of the league’s revenue to English Football League …

MARTIN SAMUEL: Liverpool and Man United's 'Project Big Picture' is a disgusting Big Six power grab
4 years, 2 months ago

MARTIN SAMUEL: Liverpool and Man United's 'Project Big Picture' is a disgusting Big Six power grab

Daily Mail  

Rick Parry helped destroy the fabric of English football once, and now he’s going for it again. His alliance with Manchester United, Liverpool and any fellow travellers within the Big Six is the most flagrant, abusive and ruinous power grab the domestic game has seen since the formation of the Premier League with Parry as its chief executive close to …

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