++ [ originally posted by Erik ] ++
Then every championship in Europe would have one exceedingly rich team, which would become champion every year, which would play CL every year.
You mean it wouldn't be much of a difference then?
The big leagues wouldn't notice that much difference, as the top teams there has enormous income from revenues, merchandise and sponsors. You also have that factor that only one of the top teams will play in the CL, a tiring thing to do.
In many of the small leagues today there's one or two teams dominating completely, the Norwegian league probably being the best example. I really miss the days when playing in the CL meant something more than just an extra few mill. euros in the bank.