The current football business model is not sustainable. The Covid-19 crisis has shone a stark light on the financial issues within football, specifically in the leagues below the Premier League. The Premier League is the main income generator of English football. If it does not step up to help the English Football League, many more clubs will follow in Bury FC’s footsteps. The EFL needs also to ensure it develops a more sustainable financial model.

The current football business model is not sustainable. The Covid-19 crisis has shone a stark light on the financial issues within football, specifically in the leagues below the Premier League. The Premier League is the main income generator of English football. If it does not step up to help the English Football League, many more clubs will follow in Bury FC’s footsteps. The EFL needs also to ensure it develops a more sustainable financial model. Type: conclusion | Number: 6 | Paragraph: 27 | Response status: under_consideration Government response: Football clubs are the heart of local communities, they have unique social value and there are many with a great history. It is vital they are protected. The Government has been in regular contact with the football authorities to understand their financial position throughout the pandemic. However,