Premier League proposes £1.5bn financial boost for EFL clubs
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:32 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
The Premier League has proposed a new financial distribution system that would share an additional £1.5 billion with English Football League (EFL) clubs over the next decade. This recommendation follows a unanimous vote by Premier League clubs in support of a new deal for football during a meeting on July 30, 2026. The proposal aims to enhance financial stability throughout English football's top four divisions, particularly benefiting clubs facing financial difficulties. The plan will now be submitted to the EFL's board for consideration and further discussion.
- •Premier League clubs voted unanimously for the new financial distribution proposal.
- •Plan includes a £1.5bn share over the next decade.
- •Focus on supporting clubs in financial crisis with a 'lifeboat' fund.
- •Proposal will be reviewed by the EFL board for potential implementation.
- 3:32 PMThe Guardian Sport — Premier League propose to share an extra £1.5bn with EFL clubs
"Clubs voted unanimously for ‘new deal for football’ ‘Lifeboat’ fund for clubs in crisis would be set up The Premier League have agreed on a proposal to reset financial distribution within English football’s top four divisions, one that would see an extra £1.5bn shared across the pyramid over the next decade. Clubs voted unanimously to support the so-called “new deal for football” at a meeting on Thursday, following discussions with the EFL. The offer will now be presented to the EFL’s board for consideration. Continue reading...
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