Ten Premier League clubs could qualify for European competition next season. The expansion of the Champions League and changes to domestic cup winners' allocations create this possibility, according to the Premier League. The top four teams qualify automatically for the Champions League group stage. Two additional spots may be awarded via European Performance Spots if English clubs perform well in current UEFA tournaments.
The FA Cup and Carabao Cup winners traditionally receive Europa League and Conference League berths. If these winners qualify for the Champions League via their league position, their spots drop down to the next highest-placed teams in the table, per Sky Sports. A tenth spot could be created if an English club wins the Europa League or Conference League without qualifying through the league. This scenario relies on specific results in continental finals. Currently, the distribution remains dependent on the final league standings and cup results, according to The Guardian. Most clubs in the top half of the table remain mathematically eligible for these positions.
