LEEDS’ promotion back to the Premier League is in doubt after the EFL admitted they don’t know what will happen after the season was postponed.
All elite football in England has been suspended in a bid to contain the spread of coronavirus and protect players and staff.
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The EFL have announced an update on coronavirus – saying they’re not sure what happens nextCredit: Getty Images – Getty
Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa outside the club’s deserted Thorp Arch training ground on MondayCredit: PA:Press Association
And now, the EFL have claimed they will refuse to speculate on what will happen next – with all potential scenarios, including the season being deemed null and void, still on the table.
And that would be bad news for Marcelo Bielsa’s top-of-the table side.
It read: “The health and well-being of EFL staff, players, club employees and supporters is of paramount importance and will be key to the decisions made by football during what is clearly an unprecedented situation facing our game.
“It is with that in the forefront of the league’s mind that it notes the intense speculation that has appeared across the local, national and international media over the weekend.
“Whilst the league and its board understand there is a strong desire from both the media and general public to understand what may happen next, there have, at this current time, been no decisions taken.
“The league also feels it inappropriate to respond to the many hypothetical solutions being suggested whilst the many unknowns remain.
“Given the fast paced environment and parameters we are currently working within, it is simply not practical to give a running commentary on what may happen.
“In the immediate short term we will continue with our contingency planning to deal with the implications the outbreak of Covid-19 has presented the EFL and its clubs, in addition to liaising with the Government, health authorities and football partners.
“A further update will be given once the EFL Board has met this week.”
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EFL chair, Rick Parry, added: “These are indeed challenging times for the League, its clubs and the game as a whole.
“However, now is the time for cool heads and calm reflection, rather than speculation as we look to steer our competitions and clubs through this period of uncertainty.”
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