The Premier League could yet provide as many as seven clubs to next year’s Champions League after a number of English sides continued their progress in continental competition. Previously, the maximum number of clubs that a league could provide to the top tier European tournament was five,

The Premier League could have as many as seven teams in next season’s Champions League. This would be the top five teams in the league, plus the Champions League winners and the Europa League winners – if they finish outside the top five.