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Fury as football players’ union claims cutting Premier League star’s wages would be ‘detrimental’ to NHS

, Fury as football players’ union claims cutting Premier League star’s wages would be ‘detrimental’ to NHS

The players’ union statement came after a conference call with the Premier League and the League Managers’ Association to discuss the plans.

No agreement was reached but it was proposed the Premier League would advance £125m to the English Football League and National League, and give £20m towards the NHS. The PFA said: “£20m is welcome, but we believe it could be far bigger.

“The players are mindful that as PAYE employees, the combined tax on their salaries is a significant contribution to funding essential public services — which are especially critical at this time.”

PFA chief Gordon Taylor is facing anger from politicians and ex-players over his handling of the crisis, and faces calls to take a cut from his own £2million deal.

Ex-Defence Minister John Spellar said: “Gordon Taylor should lead by example, wake up and smell the coffee.

“This is a national crisis.”

England goalie legend Peter Shilton warned of the “damage” the row could cause to the football industry.

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Football clubs are in lockdown, with all competition cancelled due to the coronavirus crisis

, Fury as football players’ union claims cutting Premier League star’s wages would be ‘detrimental’ to NHS

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