The question about moving the Champions League final from Istanbul to UK raises an interesting question about who count as fans. After all these were two of the 12 Super League clubs chasing popularity among their global supporter cohort. Are they barred from Istanbul?

Just a question not a judgement. These are the issues football clubs are grappling with. And “fans” should exercise their power. Clubs wheel them out and use them when it suits, while ignoring them most other times beyond fleecing them for more and more £££

Here are what UEFA/UK negotiations will centre on before a decision on moving final taken:

Will tough British entry requirements be waived for foreign officials, executives, sponsors, media, suppliers that are required to attend game? Will stadium capacity be increased?