UEFA start disciplinary measures against Barcelona, Real Madrid and Juventus
UEFA has opened disciplinary proceeding against Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus for their ongoing involvement in the European Super League
The three clubs were the only ones of 12 original breakaway teams who did not subsequently renounce the competition and reaffirm their commitment to UEFA.
A UEFA statement read: “Following an investigation conducted by UEFA ethics and disciplinary inspectors in connection with the so-called ‘Super League’ project, disciplinary proceedings have been opened against Real Madrid CF, FC Barcelona and Juventus FC for a potential violation of UEFA’s legal framework.”
UEFA had previously opened a disciplinary investigation with regard to a potential violation of the governing body’s legal framework by the three clubs concerned.
The nine other clubs, including six from the Premier League, committed to the existing national and international competitions, with the threat of heavy fines and expulsion were they to renew their interest in the breakaway project.
