The English Premier League is considering extending the transfer window for deals between League and EFL clubs.
UEFA has recommended that domestic leagues shut their windows no later than Monday, 5 October, a fortnight before the group stages of the 2020-21 Champions League and Europa League are due to begin.
According to the PA news agency, the Premier League is set to follow that guidance for international deals and transfers between top-flight clubs, but representatives of the 20 top-flight sides have discussed a two-week extension for deals involving the EFL, allowing for business to be conducted up to 19 October.
Club bosses gathered via video conference for a shareholders’ meeting on Thursday, but no decision was reached on the start and end date for the summer transfer window, which has been delayed by the coronavirus pandemic.
A decision on dates will be taken on or before the next shareholders’ meeting on 24 July, which is two days before the scheduled end of the 2019-20 Premier League season.
The clubs also discussed the start date for the 2020-21 Premier League season but those talks will continue, with the scheduling of domestic cup competitions a consideration when coming up with a final calendar.
It is understood there were no discussions about changes to how VAR is applied in the Premier League next season.
Clubs were updated on the discussions between the cross-sport working group and the government on the stage five protocols – those governing the return of spectators to stadiums.
There were also discussions around the return to action of academy sides but no decision was reached
