The Coronavirus pandemic has caused non-playing staff at Newcastle United to be placed on temporary leave, according to the BBC.
Non-Playing Staff at Newcastle United Placed on Temporary Leave
Paid in Full Until the End of April
Those affected by the decision made by Newcastle United will be paid in full until the end of next month.
The decision affects several departments within the club, including those who work within the academy structure.
While Newcastle are the first Premier League to take such measures, several clubs across have either reduced the wages of playing staff or seen jobs cut.
Leeds United were one of the first clubs in England to see players defer their wages to help the club’s finances.
In Scotland, SPL side Hearts have asked their players to take a 50% cut to save the club £1 million, which has been lost as a result of the suspension of all football.
Furthermore, in Europe, several clubs have also cut playing staff wages to save money. Both Barcelona and Juventus players have agreed pay cuts. The former have agreed a 70% cut, while Juventus playing staff have waived their wages for a four months, according to The Guardian.
When Will Football Return?
Football in England is currently until April 30; however, it appears that the date is set as a precedent, and it is extremely unlikely for football to return by then.
Discussions continue to take place as to how – and when – it can return. Much of it is dependent on how Covid-19 affects England.
According to Miguel Delaney of the Independent, there are discussions over holding the remaining fixtures in “isolated camps” over two months in the summer.
Instead of playing behind-closed-doors in stadiums, these games would take place on training pitches and be broadcast.
This plan would then see the 2020/2021 season delayed only slightly.
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