With the disrespect that the Prem teams, particularly us, showed the Europa league this season it could be argued that the Prem deserves less places in Europe. Tho two Spanish finalists wanted that cup really badly. It was a great final with the losers in tears at the end. I strongly believe that the winners of the Europa League should automatically qualify for the Champions league for the following season.
I agree. It's what happens in R.U. the winners of the Amlin Cup automatically qualify for the next years Heineken Cup ( the rugby equivalent of the CL) also, it would make the Europa league a more attractive proposition.