The Premier League's latest statement on how it plans to conclude the season, amid the coronavirus lockdown situation, has prompted a reaction from a top legal firm.
Representatives from all 20 top-flight teams including Manchester United and Man City met via video call on Friday morning to discuss scheduling models, the possibility of finishing the season in the summer and pushing contract expiry dates back.
A statement from the league said: "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." Safety remains paramount among the clubs' priorities and it remains to be seen if this