Premier League Project Restart timetable: What happens next?

Premier League clubs including Brighton and Hove Albion, Aston Villa and Watford, held another meeting on Monday to discuss plans to restart the 2019/20 season
By Derren Howard
Published 12th May 2020, 10:34 GMT
Updated 12th May 2020, 10:36 GMT
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All 20 Premier League clubs remain committed to completing the season, according to its chief executive Richard Masters, although a "curtailment" of the season was discussed for the first time.

Clubs were also told they may have to repay a reported £340m to broadcasters - even if the season resumes behind closed doors.

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"It's the first time we've discussed curtailment," Masters said. "It's still our aim to finish the season obviously, but it's important to discuss all of the options with our clubs."

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The Amex Stadium has not hosted a Premier League football match since FebruaryThe Amex Stadium has not hosted a Premier League football match since February
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Here's a timetable of when the next discussions will take place:

Wednesday, May 13: Professional Footballers' Association/League Managers' Association consult members on medical protocols

Thursday, May 14: Meetings between Premier League and PFA/LMA about medical protocols

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Thursday, May 14: Meeting between Culture Secretary and football authorities

Monday, May 18: Next Premier League meeting

Monday, May 18: Premier League players may return to initial group training under socially distancing protocols

May 25: Uefa deadline for leagues to have finalised plan for restarting seasons

June 1: Government date for possible return of elite sport behind closed doors in England

June 12: Premier League aiming to return with first fixture

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