I think nationalism played a factor, this plan would split a country's fan base between their current national league and the ESL. The fans of the big clubs inv

I think nationalism played a factor, this plan would split a country's fan base between their current national league and the ESL. The fans of the big clubs invited to the ESL get to enjoy the top league and everyone else in the country gets relegated. They should have allowed for a results-based promotion system to the ESL if you top your national league.