Premier League clubs believe there is a genuine chance of fans being allowed back for the start of next season. It would have to be in greatly reduced numbers to allow some degree of social distancing but the hope is that stadiums will have supporters by September.
The 20 clubs are hopeful that it can be done in stages as they agreed in principle that the 2020/21 season will kick off on the weekend of September 12 and 13.
While it was not discussed in any detail at Thursday’s Premier League meeting, Mirror Sport understands there is a growing confidence that some fans will be allowed in next term.
The rest of this season will be played out behind closed doors with a maximum of 300 people allowed in to each game which includes players,
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