Premier League clubs involved in Super League accept collective USD 31 million fine as 'a gesture of goodwill'

Six Premier League clubs have agreed to pay a collective fine of USD 31 million for launching an ill-fated bid to join the breakaway European Super League.

The six English clubs that said they would join the European Super League will pay a combined 22 million pounds ($31 million) as "a gesture of goodwill" and face a 30-point deduction if they attempt a similar move in future, the Premier League said on Wednesday. Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur will also each be fined 25 million pounds if they attempt another breakaway, the league added. The 22 million pounds collective payment by the 'Big Six' will go towards "the good of the game", including new investment in support for fans, grassroots football and community programmes.