Manchester United and Manchester City could soon face each other in the revamped Champions League group stages after UEFA confirmed a new format for the 2024/25 season onwards.
Both Manchester clubs will be involved in Europe's flagship competition next season, with United securing a third-place Premier League finish while City stormed to a third successive title.
The pair will be joined by Arsenal and Newcastle, who finished second and fourth respectively. Qualification for the 2024/25 edition could be a little easier for both, however, with UEFA considering handing the Premier League a fifth place - although that will be based on the upcoming season's performances compared to other nations.
The reason for this change is due to the expansion of the tournament to 36 teams. The new format that will be adopted from 2024/25 onwards, with UEFA confirming the introduction of a 'Swiss model' in which teams will be placed into a league table.