Premier League clubs wants to cut 30% of the player’s salaries as the season will not resume in May as originally planned and it will be under constant review.
There has been speculation about a reduced season or even abandoning it, but the aim was still to complete all remaining domestic league and cup matches.
“Any return to play will only be with the full support of government and when medical guidance allows,” it added in a statement.
With lower league clubs facing a cash-flow crisis due to the coronavirus outbreak, the top-flight teams voted to make a of 125 million pounds of contributions to the Football League (EFL) and National League sides.
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The EFL, which consists of the 72 professional clubs in would received early solidarity payments, parachute payments and academy grants.
Clubs also unanimously agreed to consult their players regarding a combination of conditional reductions and deferrals amounting to 30 percent of total annual remuneration.
Talks with the players’ union, the PFA, will continue on Saturday, as the two sides seek an agreement on compensation during the suspension period.
This comes after several clubs decided to cut the salaries of non-playing staff, despite having the least amount of salaries compared to the players.
The Premier League also contributed 20 million pounds to support the National Health Service, communities, families and vulnerable groups during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“This includes a direct financial contribution to the NHS and funds to enable clubs to refocus their efforts and develop significant outreach programmes to help communities, including those most in need.”
Manchester United captain Harry Maguire played his part as he asked his team mates to donate 30% of their salaries to local hospitals.
All 20 Premier League captains currently discussing a joint-donation among the players.