Major European club ‘set for Champions League ban’

A legendary club could be ruled out of the tournament.

The tournament is set for its climax on 30 May when the reigning champions Paris Saint Germain face Arsenal in Budapest.

PSG have already gone viral for hilariously preparing for the match with rugby pads for the goalkeeper, relating to The Gunners' lethal corner routines.

When next campaign eventually rolls around though, a club could be excluded.

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Ligue 1 giants Lyon currently sit 4th in the top division of France, one point behind Lille in the Champions League spots, and with one match to play against Lens on Sunday.

A victory would secure a place in the Champions League qualifiers, with a Europa League spot already guaranteed if not.

Though to gain a licence to compete in UEFA-sanctioned competition, the club must show evidence that they have complied with the European football governing bodies’ regulations.

Last summer, the club faced sanctions from UEFA’s Club Financial Control Body. They were also fined £10.7million and relegated to Ligue 2, before the sanction was turned over on appeal.

Lyon’s owners then had to to inject €60m (£51m), with that fee supposed to be converted into equity by October 15.

According to The Telegraph, the club have not fulfilled the obligation.