League of Ireland clubs set to agree FAI plan for new season

Whereas last year’s negotiations with clubs to restart the campaign amid the first surge of Covid-19 stalled over finances, the overall enhanced package presented yesterday by FAI chief executive Jonathan Hill earned approval from the majority.

Government grants and the expectation of fans returning to stadia in the summer are likely to convince League of Ireland clubs to accept the FAI’s proposal to start the season on time.

Whereas last year’s negotiations with clubs to restart the campaign amid the first surge of Covid-19 stalled over finances, the overall enhanced package presented yesterday by FAI chief executive Jonathan Hill earned approval from the majority.