Abu Dhabi-owned Manchester City, England's top club, has launched unprecedented legal action against the Premier League - the league it plays in. With such vast sums at stake, what does it mean for the future of British football - and what of the consequences beyond the pitch? 

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Guest: Matt Lawton, Chief Sports Correspondent, The Times. 

Host: Luke Jones.

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