Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly leading 'bombshell' talks about joining a new European Premier League.Sky News reports that the FIFA-backed tournament would involve Europe's biggest football clubs and "reshape the sport's global landscape".Clubs from England, France, Germany, Italy and Spain are said to be in negotiations about becoming founder members of the league.Up to five English clubs could be involved, with United and Liverpool, along with Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur named as potential candidates.
A provisional start date of 2022 has apparently been discussed.Sky News claims that financiers are putting together a $6bn (£4.6bn) package to fund the creation of the new league.It is reported.
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