European Super League returns with new twist as Manchester United and Man City watch on

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Manchester United and Manchester City will be watching intently as the controversial European Super League returned on Tuesday.

Rebranded as the Unify League, the objective is to challenge the UEFA Champions League for dominance in football. It is claimed that the new European Super League has scrapped the notion of certain teams automatically qualifying for the competition and insists their matches will be free to watch.

The new incarnation of the Super League is being pushed by A22 Sports who have close links to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez.

Co-founder of A22 Sports, John Hahn said: "We have listened intently to a broad group of clubs, leagues and fans and with these changes believe we have a lot of support. READ MORE: United winger attracting January interest READ MORE: Three massive questions Guardiola must answer "We are not expecting the public support of clubs at this time, logically that will come following the official recognition of the Unify League." As well as no automatic qualifying places for certain teams, the competition will be knocked down to 96 clubs.