The plan to launch a breakaway competition to rival the Champions League is not going away, but will it ever take hold? Ian Paul Joy, Nigel Reo-Coker, Jonathan Johnson and Michael Lahoud react to the latest iteration of the European Super League being proposed by A22 Sports Management. Plus, a comprehensive look ahead to the weekend's fixtures as Leeds and Fiorentina host their respective arch rivals, Liverpool face Everton at the worst possible time, and PSG's post-World Cup slump is becoming a concern.

(03:15) -- Leeds v Man Utd recap AND preview

(11:06) -- Merseyside derby: Nothing's going right for Klopp

(16:52) -- Man City v Aston Villa: Business as usual after "cheating" accusations?

(20:54) -- The European Super League's latest proposal

(33:08) -- Juventus v Fiorentina: Old Lady playing catchup

(35:50) -- UCL talk: PSG in danger as Bayern come into stride

(43:58) -- Tottenham, AC Milan, Dortmund & Chelsea news

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