EFL issue Premier League demand after clubs reject government offer

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The English Football League (EFL) has asked for a football regulator to be introduced after Premier League clubs rejected a deal to increase payments down the pyramid.

The EFL expressed their disappointment at the 'repeated failures' by Premier League clubs in light of this week's no-deal. Two years ago, the government told Premier League teams to give more money to help keep football going at all levels.

After the decision on Monday, the EFL said they were upset and call on the government to bring in an independent regulator. The Daily Mail claims that Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham, Liverpool, West Ham, Aston Villa, Wolves, Nottingham Forest, Crystal Palace and AFC Bournemouth were the teams to object. ALSO READ: Gareth Southgate explains why Kobbie Mainoo is not in the England squad ALSO READ: What Kevin De Bruyne injury means for Man City vs Arsenal - return date and starting XI hint The EFL issued a response in a strong statement, they said: "The EFL Board met today and considered its position in respect of recent discussions by Premier League Clubs and is clearly disappointed at their repeated failure to put forward any new funding offer for EFL Clubs that would have significant benefits for the entire football pyramid. "Over the last two years, following the recommendations of the Fan Led Review, the League and its Clubs have been pushing for a new funding offer from the Premier League and remain ready and waiting to consider and conclude a new arrangement." "Whilst it has been expected on a number of occasions, the lack of positive progress once again demonstrates how difficult an issue this is for football to address, without independent input. "Despite pressure from government, fans and united voices across