Source: Team_Talk
Jordan suggests Old Firm entry fee
Bolton's Phil Gartside will propose the formation of a second tier of the Premier League, including Rangers and Celtic, during a meeting with fellow chairmen on Thursday.[LNB]Jordan would welcome the Glasgow clubs' introduction - but only if they paid for the privilege.[LNB]He told the Daily Record: "Football is evolving all the time and this would be great for the Scottish clubs but they should pay to come down.[LNB]"I'd suggest £100million and the immediate financial benefits that arise for both clubs would soon cover it.[LNB]"Their share price would go through the ceiling on the back of massive revenue increases. The SPL does not attract a worldwide audience - the Premiership does.[LNB]"It would be a great thing for Celtic and Rangers but the Old Firm would not add enormously to the levels of interest in a league that's already massively exposed."[LNB]Jordan added: "I wouldn't be surprised to see it happen but it's still a long way off as no deals can be done until the next round of talks with broadcasters, scheduled for 2013."[LNB]Gartside's controversial plan for two leagues of 18 is a reflection of the fears many Premier League clubs have over the financial costs of relegation.[LNB]However, there are a significant number of obstacles to overcome, including the approval of the Football Association, their Scottish counterparts, the Football League and UEFA.[LNB]UEFA president Michel Platini seems unlikely to sanction any alteration to the status quo and still allow Celtic and Rangers to qualify for Europe.[LNB]Gartside would also need at least 14 Premier League clubs to accept proposals that would herald a cut in their TV revenue.[LNB][LNB]
