By Daily Sports on April 18, 2020
Premier League clubs met on Friday via video call and all 20 were committed to finishing the season with no cut-off date discussed
Premier League clubs remain united in their desire to finish the season, but the controversial proposal of completing the campaign by June 30 was not raised in Friday’s meeting.
All top-flight clubs were represented on the video call in which the primary topic of conversation was a debate over models for completing the season.
Clubs were shown different models for games restarting and being played in June, July and August, but the Premier League reiterated that the season will not resume until the Government declares it is safe to do so.
Issues surrounding medical protocols at any future games were also discussed, with all players, coaches and match officials needing to be tested before games could be played behind closed doors.
No representative in attendance raised the idea of finishing the season by June 30 and the issues of pay cuts and transfer windows were also not debated.
A Premier League spokesperson said: “We are acutely aware of the distress COVID-19 is causing and our thoughts are with all those directly affected by the pandemic.
“In common with other businesses and industries, the Premier League and our clubs are working through complex planning scenarios. We are actively engaging with stakeholders, including broadcast partners, and our aim is to ensure we are in a position to resume playing when it is safe to do so and with the full support of the Government.
“The health and wellbeing of players, coaches, managers, club staff and supporters are our priority and the League will only restart when medical guidance allows.
“Today's shareholders' meeting provided an opportunity to discuss possible scheduling models. It remains our objective to complete the 2019/20 season but at this stage all dates are tentative while the impact of COVID-19 develops.
"In response to the pandemic, the Premier League, our clubs and players have provided vital support for communities and the NHS and will continue to do so after matches recommence." (Sky Sports)
•PHOTO: Premier League players
Source Daily Sports
Posted April 18, 2020
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