Premier League players launch 'Players Together' Initiative for coronavirus relief

Several Premier League players have come toger to start an initiative that aims to lend support to those on frontline in fight against coronavirus pandemic. UK has been under lockdown since past month in order to curb spre of pandemic. Meanwhile, league stands suspended until end of April due to worsening Premier League coronavirus situation.

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Players Toger: Premier League players launch initiative

According to recent reports in England, several Premier League players have come toger to form 'Players Toger' initiative. Players Toger initiative will strive to support UK’s health service. This will involve providing funds for treatment and relief during coronavirus pandemic.

Players Toger initiative: Matt Hancock supports Premier League players pay cut

Earlier, re were reports suggesting that league could force a Premier League players pay cut amid worsening Premier League coronavirus situation. UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock h urged every Premier League player to accept pay cut. Professional Football Association (PFA) also said Premier League players should share financial burden of clubs.

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Players Toger initiative: Premier League players pay cut on cards

Premier League clubs are set to lose out on a hefty amount amid ongoing season suspension. Premier League captains were informed via a video conference that clubs might accrue losses estimated at £1.13 billion ($1.39 billion) if players do t agree to a pay cut. Premier League captains were also told that clubs could be forced to pay £762 million ($932 million) to brocasters if season is cancelled at this point in time.

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Players Toger initiative: Premier League players pay cut t suitable, claim stars

Players in Premier League are reportedly averse to pay cut idea. y claim that y are involved in charitable activities in ir personal capacity. players do t wish to agree to a pay cut, whose proceeds might be pocketed by affluent and wealthy club owners, rar than its benefit reaching  masses.

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