Liverpool FC

Liverpool respond to Super League ruling

Liverpool have distanced themselves from the European Super League’s return.

Jurgen Klopp’s side were one of the 12 founding members for the proposed alternative to the Champions League prematurely launched in April 2021.

The Reds, along with their five Premier League peers, withdrew their involvement within 48 hours following fierce backlash from their own fanbase.

Principal owner John W Henry publicly apologised for the move while also taking full responsibility for his role in spearheading the planned breakaway.

On Thursday, the European Court of Justice offered organisers A22 hopes of reviving the project by ruling that UEFA’s ban on clubs joining was unlawful.

But Anfield chiefs have since reiterated their commitment to European football’s governing body and the European Club Association (ECA).

“Yesterday’s ruling by the European Court of Justice does not change Liverpool FC’s previous stance on a proposed European Super League,” read a club statement

“Our involvement has been discontinued.

“We will continue to work with fellow clubs through the ECA and participate in UEFA competitions.”