I'll be honest: I'd rather have no Europe at all than be in the Conference League. Yuk. Not sure what the financial hit is, but can't be that much; probably mostly match ticket sales.
I agree, one year out of garbage European cup competitions should help keep key players healthy for the season. The key is we HAVE to finish top 4 next year
I remember at one point there was an article out that showed how qualifying for the Conference League would actually cost Chelsea money due to FFP differences between UEFA and PL and the fact that Conference League brings in very little revenue.
Not sure if that same situation would apply to United or if they have more breathing room in FFP.