Published 01:49 IST, April 27th 2020
Arsenal players set to return to individual training sessions at London Colney: Reports
Arsenal football club's first-team players are reportedly set to return to training Monday onwards, albeit with limited training ground access.
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Arsenal football club's first-team players are reportedly set to return to training from Monday, April 27, albeit with limited training ground access. re has been confirmation regarding resumption of Premier League football, as league in its last update mentioned that game will resume only after COVID-19 situation improves and it is considered safe to step out as per government.
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Arsenal players set to return to training
Premier League club's London Colney training ground has been shut for over a month due to coronavirus pandemic and over weekend, Sky Sports quoted a spokesperson confirming developments and also stated how 'social distancing' will be maintained and training will be mand carefully. players will be subjected to individual workouts and training and fitness only. players are to continue training as per government guidelines.
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Earlier, club reached an agreement with players and support staff to take a 12.5% pay cut for one year in order to offset financial difficulties that club will have to face due to pandemic and subsequent lockdown of public places.
club stated that deal with players is based on an agreement that certain specific targets in future seasons, based on performance and success of club, will determine pay. "If we meet specific targets in seasons ahead, primarily linked to success on pitch, club will repay agreed amounts. We will be able to make those repayments as hitting se targets, which players can directly influence, will mean our financial position will be stronger," said club spokesperson.
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club added, " agreement is based on assumption we will finish season 2019/20 and receive full broadcasting revenues. resulting savings will help cover some of financial risks we have this season in relation to our matchday and commercial income."
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Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta tested positive for virus in March which led to league canceling all matches for a short term period. last Premier League match took place on March 10.
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01:49 IST, April 27th 2020