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Originally Posted by Paul
I cannot comprehend how these clubs thought it was a good idea, or that fans would support it.  |
I think they (the owners, not managers/players) were desperate for an increased income with which to pay off their ever mounting debts.
The monetary offer from JP Morgan, along with some probable 'sweet talking' over streaming rights that could net them £millions, blinded them to the fact that, unlike American audiences, the idea of franchised sport isn't something Europe cares for.
Oh, and they are business people, not sports people
