Manchester United could potentially secure a spot in Europe’s premier competition by finishing as low as sixth in the Premier League standings, according to talkSPORT reports.
The scenario hinges on a rather unexpected twist: West Ham United emerging victorious in the Europa League this season.
Should the Hammers triumph in the continental tournament, it would trigger a seismic shift in the qualification dynamics for the Champions League.
Under UEFA’s revised regulations, if West Ham were to clinch the Europa League title, Manchester United’s league position would suddenly become less critical. Traditionally, teams aiming for Champions League qualification set their sights on finishing within the top four spots of their domestic league.
However, this alteration in the rulebook introduces a compelling loophole for the Red Devils.
Manchester United could potentially secure a spot among Europe’s elite by clinching sixth place, despite falling short of the traditional top-five finish in the Premier League.