Premier League clubs are said to be baffled by rebooted European Super League plans that will not involve any English teams - dubbing the proposals 'reverse Brexit'.
The controversial competition reared its head again this week after organisers A22 unveiled its new format as it looks to compete with the Champions League - with 80 teams set to be involved and clubs being guaranteed 14 matches per season.
The Super League was met with huge hostility and was shouted down in around 48 hours after emerging in 2021 but officials now claim the tournament will now be 'open' with no permanent members, promotion and relegation across divisions and a merit system to gain access.