Football’s governing bodies to continue talks on this season and players’ wages

Footballers’ wages and continuing the 2019/20 season are set to be discussed further within the next 48 hours.
Morecambe have been out of action since early MarchMorecambe have been out of action since early March
Morecambe have been out of action since early March

Representatives of the Premier League, EFL, PFA and LMA met on Wednesday as football remains on lockdown amid the coronavirus pandemic.

At present, football in the top four divisions is off until April 30 at the earliest, while the National League’s three divisions are on an indefinite suspension.

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A joint statement was issued at the end of Wednesday’s meeting and read: “Senior representatives from the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA), the Premier League, the EFL and the League Managers Association (LMA) met today and shared a constructive meeting regarding the challenges facing the game as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

“The meeting reiterated that the overriding priority is the health and well-being of the nation – including that of players, coaches, managers, club staff and supporters – and everyone agreed football must only return when it is safe and appropriate to do so.

“No decisions were taken today, with discussions set to continue in the next 48 hours with a focus on several high-profile matters, including player wages and the resumption of the 2019/20 season.”