Premier League clubs could vote to relegate bottom three if they block Project Restart

Premier League relegation battle was a heated affair before season was suspended a couple of months ago. Bournemouth, Aston Villa and rwich City were three teams in Premier League relegation zone. Meanwhile, Brighton, Watford and Watford loomed above bottom three in Premier League standings before suspension of league due to COVID-19 crisis. Premier League's Project Restart proposal has been met with mixed emotions by top-flight clubs. However, as league officials gear up for a meeting next week regarding same, rumours suggest that those opposing restart of league could face an imposed Premier League relegation.

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Premier League restart proposal reportedly includes  remaining league fixtures being played at neutral venues as suggested by British government officials and police personnel. While Bournemouth and rwich City representatives have t yet passed an official statement on Premier League relegation rumours, Aston Villa executive Christian Purslow has given his view on subject. As per Dailymail, Purslow was quoted as saying, "Personally I am against it. We are a club that prides itself on home form. Two-thirds of our wins this season came at home. We have six left. Giving up that advant is a massive decision and I wouldn't agree to it unless circumstances are right. My duty is to my club." Previously, Brighton's Paul Barber echoed same sentiments about  remaining matches being played at neutral venues.

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