Premier League clubs agree to trial permanent concussion substitutes

'Premier League shareholders today formally agreed to introduce the International Football Association Board’s (IFAB) additional permanent concussion substitutions trial'

David Luiz (left, floor) and Raul Jimenez (right, floor) were hurt after a clash of heads. Picture: John Walton/PA

Premier League clubs have agreed to trial permanent concussion substitutes in response to mounting concern over head injuries.

The League announced on Wednesday that clubs will adopt an initiative announced by the International Football Association Board in December under which teams will be allowed to make up to two additional substitutions for players with suspected or confirmed concussion.