Look in the mirror...

SOME of the complaints about the workload visited on Premier League footballers feel justified, particularly in the era of Covid.

With that in mind, it would be reasonable to assume that the elite clubs will turn their backs on far-flung pre-season tours this summer, even if coronavirus restrictions permit them to travel, to reduce the strain on their players.

That would cost them money, though, so let’s not hold our breath. In the same way, it would cost them money to have it written into their television deal that they will not play as many games at Christmas. So they are unlikely to press for that, either.

The top clubs ask for our sympathy for the demands placed on their players but they should look at themselves before they blame others.