The Super League has another dropout. Atlético Madrid states in an official statement on Wednesday morning that they no longer wish to participate in a new European top competition. It has already been reported in the Spanish media that Atlético was seriously considering withdrawing. Meanwhile, the board of the leader in LaLiga has officially withdrawn. Almost simultaneously, Internazionale made the decision to leave the Super League.
The Atlético de Madrid board of directors, which met Wednesday morning, has decided to cancel the Superliga and the rest of the founding fathers to formally announce that the club will definitely not join the project, “according to Atlético’s statement.” Atlético Madrid made the decision last Monday to join this project, in response to circumstances that are not more exist “, emphasizes the leadership of the Spanish leader.
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All English clubs and AC Milan withdraw from Super League
The English clubs no longer see any point in participating in the Super League.
“For the club, harmony is essential between all the groups that make up the rojiblancafamily, especially our supporters. The main selection and their coach (Diego Simeone, ed.) Are satisfied with the club’s decision. They realize very well that sporting merits must take precedence over all other criteria “, the board of Atlético concludes. Meanwhile, it was also announced on Wednesday that Inter no longer sees any benefit in the plans for the Super League.
“We are always committed to our mission of providing fans with the best football experience; innovation and inclusion have been part of our DNA since our inception. Our commitment to all shareholders to improve the football industry will never change,” Inter wrote on Wednesday. the explanation. “Inter believes that football, like any sector of activity, should have an interest in continuously improving leagues and engaging fans of all ages around the world, within a framework of financial sustainability.”
Atlético and Inter follow the example of Chelsea, Manchester United, Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur, Liverpool and Manchester City, who left the Super League on Tuesday evening. The Athletic expects AC Milan to also withdraw, although no final decision has yet been taken. There is now also great doubt about the participation of Juventus, as chairman and driving force behind the Super League Andrea Agnelli has indicated that the arrival of a European top competition is no longer an option. Barcelona and Real Madrid still seem to believe in the Super League. Real president Florentino Pérez even said on Tuesday that he thinks the new competition is the salvation for football in the long term.