Manchester City and Man United are set to learn their fate in terms of playing alongside their sister clubs in UEFA competitions

In a revolutionary move, UEFA is to announce that both Manchester City and Manchester United will be allowed to compete alongside their sister clubs in European competitions next season, according to The Times.

This decision marks a significant moment for multi-club ownership in football, reflecting the evolving landscape of the sport’s financial and operating models.

Manchester United

United, a storied club with a rich history in European competitions, have secured a place in the Europa League. They will be joined by OGC Nice, a French club owned by Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s company Ineos. Nice’s Europa League qualification signifies a growing competitive presence in European football.

the city of Manchester

Fresh from their Premier League triumph, Manchester City will compete in the Champions League with the aim of replicating or surpassing their recent successes on the continental stage. They are joined in the Champions League by Girona, a club in Spain’s La Liga, which also falls under the umbrella of City Football Group (CFG). Girona’s impressive third place finish in La Liga underlines the benefits and success of the CFG model.

UEFA is to reveal details of multi-club ownership amid the Manchester City and Manchester United situation

UEFA’s Club Financial Control Board (CFCB) is due to issue a detailed ruling on Monday addressing the implications and regulations of multi-club ownership. This ruling is essential as it clarifies the position on financial and competitive integrity in light of the growing investments of the consortium and individual investors who own several clubs in different leagues.

Man City’s sister club Girona have had an outstanding campaign in La Liga

Girona’s remarkable promotion to La Liga, completed with a third-place finish, highlights the strategic and operational benefits of being part of the City Football Group. The group’s influence is evident in the moves of key players, such as forward Savio’s upcoming transfer to Manchester City.