A report from the Daily Mail revealed that the English Premier League is facing the possibility of implementing a controversial salary cap system, which could become a reality starting next season.

The new system will limit clubs' spending on salaries and bonuses to no more than five times what the lowest-ranked club receives from broadcasting revenues and prize rights, and this system will be added to the team cost ratio rules.

Manchester City and Manchester United have expressed their opposition to the system, arguing that it will reduce the league's appeal to the best players globally and could drive stars like Erling Haaland and Mohamed Salah to leave for major clubs in Spain and Germany.

Opponents believe that the system will harm the competitiveness of the league and make it harder for promoted clubs to survive, as it will limit clubs' incentive to invest in developing their teams. Additionally, the Professional Footballers' Association is opposed to the system, considering it a strict salary cap that limits players' rights.

Based on data from the 2023/2024 season, clubs' spending will be limited to around £550 million, with point penalties imposed if clubs exceed the allowed limit. Critics believe this will reduce English clubs' ability to compete with Europe's giants like Real Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain.

A draft of the proposed rules has been presented to the clubs, and a vote is scheduled to take place at the league meeting on November 21. If more than two-thirds of the clubs agree, the system will come into effect starting next season.

The move to implement a salary cap in the English league remains highly controversial, amid warnings about its impact on the league's status and its ability to attract the best global stars.