Although the Premier League can no longer have 11 teams in European competitions next season, there is still a possibility for 10 teams to participate. Liverpool's elimination from the Champions League has ended the dream of having 11 English teams in Europe in the 2026/27 season. However, with five teams already guaranteed a spot in the Champions League, there will be at least eight English sides competing in Europe, including two Europa League qualifying places and one Conference League spot. The number could rise to 10 if certain conditions are met.
One possible scenario is if Arsenal wins the Champions League and finishes outside the top four, although this is mathematically unlikely. A more plausible scenario is if Aston Villa or Nottingham Forest wins the Europa League. If Villa wins the competition but finishes outside the top four, the Premier League could have six teams in the Champions League next season.
If Forest wins the Europa League, they would become the sixth English team in the Champions League. Additionally, if Crystal Palace wins the Conference League, they would compete in the Europa League next season, potentially leading to nine English teams in Europe. In the most optimistic scenario, if all three European competitions are won by English teams and they finish outside the qualifying domestic league positions, there could be 10 English teams in Europe next season.