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John Barnes pleads with Boris Johnson to rescue EFL clubs threatened by coronavirus

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Liverpool legend John Barnes has urged Boris Johnson and the Premier League’s elite to help save lower-league clubs. With the football season on hold until at least April 30 due to the coronavirus outbreak, many historic teams further down the pyramid are facing an uncertain future.The EFL announced earlier this week that it will release a £50m short-term relief fund to help clubs with cash-flow issues.The emergency measures include the early release of award payments and interest-free loans if required.Barnes, however, also wants the prime minister and broadcasters to make cash available as EFL sides desperately try to stay afloat."If you look at what the government has set out in terms of businesses, many lower-league clubs are

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