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The European Super League was officially formed, this is the statement of the founding clubs

The European Super League was officially created in the early hours of Monday morning, despite harsh criticism and negative comments.

The newest European competition published a statement announcing the formation of the league.

Real Madrid boss Florentino Perez is expected to be the first president of the Super League.

The Super League was formed by 12 major Spanish, English and Italian clubs, including Real Madrid, Barcelona, ??Atletico Madrid, AC Milan, Arsenal, Chelsea, Inter, Juventus, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham.

It is expected to be joined by three other permanent member clubs in the coming days.

“Founding clubs are looking forward to talking to UEFA and FIFA to work together to bring out the best in the new league and for football in general,” the founding clubs said in a statement.

“The formation of the Super League comes at a time when the global pandemic has accelerated instability in the current economic model of European football. Furthermore, for years, the founding clubs have aimed to improve the quality and intensity of current European competitions throughout each season, as well as to create a format for clubs and key players to compete regularly.” press release.

“The pandemic has shown that a sustainable and commercial vision is needed to increase value and support for the good of the entire European football pyramid.”

The formation of this league has been strongly opposed by UEFA and FIFA, as well as by football federations in England, Italy and Spain.

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UEFA with official press release for the founders of the Super League, Juve, Real and Barca

UEFA has decided to terminate disciplinary proceedings against Juventus, Real Madrid and Barcelona “until further notice”.

Juventus, Real Madrid and Barcelona are the only three clubs that have not yet withdrawn from the Super League.

UEFA has threatened to exclude them from the Champions League, but such a thing is claimed that it will not happen, not for now.

A disciplinary procedure has been opened for the founding clubs of the Super League, but UEFA a few moments ago issued an official statement announcing:

“Following the opening of disciplinary proceedings against Barcelona, Juventus and Real Madrid for a violation of the legal framework of UEFA in relation to the so-called ‘Super League’ project, the UEFA Appeals body has decided to terminate the proceedings until another announcement “, it is said in the announcement of UEFA.

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Douglas Costa will complete the transfer to Gremio within 48 hours

Douglas Costa is expected to complete his move to Gremio within 48 hours, said the vice-president of the Brazilian club.

The 30-year-old joined Bayern Munich on loan from Juventus this October, but the Bavarians had informed the Serie A giants that they would not buy the player.

The Brazilian is now expected to return to his former club Gremio on a free transfer.

“Negotiations are underway. Juventus have officially authorized us to make a deal with the player,” Gremio vice-president Marcos Herrmann told Globo Esporte.

“We are waiting for the documentation, which should arrive on Tuesday or Wednesday, and there is enough time to register the player before the deadline. We are optimistic.”

Douglas Costa’s contract with Juventus expires in 2022, but the Bianconeri will end the deal with the Brazilian winger a year ago.