Premier League plan to clamp down on Covidiots with fines and even points deductions
PREMIER LEAGUE chiefs are set to crack down on football’s Covidiots with big fines and possible points penalties.
The top-flight’s rulers want to protect Project Restart against sloppy behaviour by clubs AND players which could lead to a coronavirus spike.
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And emergency powers will be brought in to give Premier League ‘police’ the power to hand out fines of around £200,000 for offences.
A second coronavirus ‘crime’ would mean double punishment, while repeat offenders will face limitless penalties — including points deductions.
A number of Prem stars have already breached Government lockdown rules — including Kyle Walker, Jack Grealish, Serge Aurier, Jordon Ibe and Alexandre Lacazette.
While Spurs boss Jose Mourinho was accused by MPs of “putting lives at risk” by hosting a training session in a public open space.
Officials are desperate to avoid an increase in Covid-19 infections which could result in the season being KO’d before all 92 games are completed.
Checks will be made on the cleanliness of matchday stadiums AND whether players stick to social distancing rules.
Some clubs have been told their grounds need urgent attention to provide the ‘zones’ needed to minimise infection.
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Big sums have been spent on testing equipment and staffing to create a sterile environment at training grounds.
So far, only 13 players and staff have tested positive in a total of 5,079 samples over five rounds.
But Prem ‘spotters’ will be following all the teams to make sure the safety rules are observed.