Manchester United Plc (NYSE:MANU) has affirmed its unwavering commitment to participating in UEFA competitions despite the recent EU court ruling that deemed UEFA and FIFA to be in violation of EU law for obstructing the establishment of a Super League.
A fresh proposal to replace the Champions League was also issued following the ruling.
United, part of the initial 12 clubs involved in the breakaway league formation in April 2021, withdrew after facing public and governmental pressure.
"Our position has not changed. We remain fully committed to participation in UEFA competitions, and to positive cooperation with UEFA, the Premier League, and fellow clubs through the ECA on the continued development of the European game," the club said in a statement.
Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, and Arsenal were the other five Premier League clubs initially involved in the Super League proposal.
Following their withdrawal two months after it was proposed, the six clubs pledged £22 million ($27.78 million) as a goodwill gesture, directed towards the game's benefit, including support for fans, grassroots football, and community programs.
The Premier League issued warnings, including a 30-point deduction and a £25 million fine for each club, in case of any future attempts at a similar breakaway.
Manchester United owners agreed to sell 25% to British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe for £1.25 billion earlier this year.
The deal, which will be through Ratcliffe’s Ineos, is expected to be completed before the new year.