Gary Neville turns arbitrator during EFL pay cut negotiations between players and clubs

Man United legend Gary Neville is playing 'peacemaker' over EFL pay cut row between players and clubs. On Tuesday, it was confirmed that EFL pay cut was agreed upon by Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) for League One and League Two players and that received full backing of Salford City co-owner Gary Neville. Meanwhile, Premier League clubs have found it more difficult to come to an agreement regarding Premier League players pay cut amid coronavirus crisis.

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Coronavirus in UK: EFL pay cut agreement

With Premier League players pay cut yet to reach an agreement with ir clubs, players in English top-flight created a Players' Fund to aid NHS workers that are in immediate need of financial aid. On or hand, EFL pay cut agreement was confirmed in a statement on Tuesday as PFA ackwledged financial repercussions of leagues due to unprecedented coronavirus in UK situation. In order to mitigate financial blow, EFL pay cut was imposed on League One and League Two clubs to defer 25 percent of player ws. rule will t be applied to any player earning under £2,500 per month.

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Gary Neville pleased with EFL amid Premier League players pay cut situation

Gary Neville won Premier League on eight occasions with Manchester United but was reportedly unhappy with Premier League players pay cut situation. Gary Neville took to Twitter to show his support of decision by EFL clubs and players instead and tweeted, "This is how to do it. Collaborate and work toger. Well done @EFL and @PFA.". Gary Neville was contacted by several players and clubs for advice on pay cut deferrals and Englishman actively lent a helping hand, according to reports.

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Gary Neville also received praise from PFA due to his continuous efforts to smoon negotiations between EFL players. Along with playing role of 'peacemaker', Gary Neville has made several appearances on video conference calls and his assistance has been described as 'useful' by EFL chiefs. 

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