The Premier League is in an extremely strong position to have its top five clubs playing in the Champions League next season.
The top four sides qualify for the Champions League but an extra two places are awarded to clubs from countries whose teams have the best record in European club competitions this season.
England is currently at the top of UEFA’s co-efficient table and all its nine clubs are still in the three European competitions.
England’s co-efficient at the moment is 21.513, 4.913 points ahead of third-placed Portugal who are on 16.600.
The co-efficient is calculated by awarding points and dividing the total by the number of clubs each country has playing in Europe.
Each win is worth two points, there is one point for a draw and there are bonus points for progressing in the Champions League, Europa League and Conference League.
England were one of two countries who were awarded an extra slot last season, with Newcastle United getting a place in the Champions League after finishing fifth in the Premier League.
If English sides continue to do well in Europe this season, fifth place in the Premier League is almost certain to be rewarded with a Champions League place, which could be good news for clubs such as Aston Villa, Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool.
Qualifying for the Champions League in its new expanded format means English clubs can expect to make tens of millions of pounds from playing in the 36-team league phase.
According to financial blogger Swiss Ramble, Manchester City and Liverpool have made £84m each so far this season, Arsenal £83m, Chelsea £80m and Spurs £73m.
