Two Premier League clubs named among 7 blocking EFL deal

Premier League clubs are receiving heat for dragging their feet regarding a financial settlement with the English Football League (EFL). The two sides had a deal worth about $1.1 million on the table on Monday, but several top-flight teams would not rubber-stamp the move. As a result, negotiations will continue as lower-level clubs grow frustrated. The EFL consists of levels two through four, which include the Championship, League One, and League Two.

The failure could very well put the job of Premier League chief executive Richard Masters under threat. Government officials previously called on the top flight to agree with the EFL over two years ago. The massive financial package for the lower-level teams would essentially help stabilize the entire English professional soccer structure.

There is currently no exact deadline date set by the government for the agreement to be finalized. However, officials have threatened to use a new regulator should a deal not be agreed promptly. It remains to be seen when, or if, the government will intervene in the negotiations.

According to Charlton Athletic co-owner Charlie Methven, the deal is stalling because seven Premier League clubs blocked the agreement. The businessman appeared on talkSPORT on Tuesday to discuss the failed bid. Methven claims that Crystal Palace and West Ham are two of these clubs. The other five teams are not yet known to the public.

Neville labels the move by EPL execs as ‘an absolute disgrace’

Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville called the block by the Premier League “an absolute disgrace” during a recent appearance on Sky Sports. The lack of negotiations in the aforementioned deal directly affects Neville due to his partial ownership of Salford City. The Manchester area club currently competes in League Two.

“It is about the welfare of the game and the sustainability of the whole league,” proclaimed Neville. “The Premier League at this moment in time…

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Author : Chris Moore

Publish date : 2024-03-12 15:14:02

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