COVID-19 Pandemic: Premier League clubs to discuss the way forward on Monday.
Premier League clubs will meet on Monday 20th December to iron out issues. surrounding the coronavirus pandemic.
(Premier League Safety protocols) (https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league/premier-league-covid-tests-positive-results-b1782639.html).
A total of mine games has been postponed over the past week and more to b postponed this week. Its time clubs come together to discuss the options.
(PL safety protocols) (https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league/premier-league-return-fixtures-dates-team-news-rules-coronavirus-latest-a9562281.html)
Last week, Brentford coach Thomas Frank called for all matches to b called off untill 26 december to help reduce the spread of the virus.
Some also felt the break should've longer, but Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp believe the break is not necessary.
(PL ball) (https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articles/cdv0wj2xy81o)
Other club managers had also share their views on the rising cases of Corona virus among players and supporting staff.
Arsenal Arteta called for clarity in decision making regarding the issus of Corona virus.
Newcastle Boss Eddie Howe in an interview stated that the health and welfare of players who are at risk of infection should be considered.
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel also called for clarity and transparency in making decisions.
 (https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/chelsea-tuchel-guardiola-jurgen-klopp-20670885)
As the world await the decision of PL managers on Monday, it will is paramount to state categorically here that a suspension will cost the league organizers a lot this festive period so also the lives of the players are important.
(PL safety protocols) (https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/12008446/premier-league-one-positive-coronavirus-test-in-latest-phase-of-mass-testing).
The only way forward is to strike a balance. That is to continue with the safety protocols.