Summary
LONG before England's lack of strength in depth was left horribly exposed in South Africa Premier League chairman, perhaps sensing which way the wind was blowing, voted to introduce new rules governing squad size from the start of this season.
It is a move which flies in the face of the normally self- serving motives of those who run top-flight clubs - so altruistic you almost have to pinch yourself to believe it ever went through a board meeting.See the full content of this document
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Cultural Shift to Home Rule ; the New Premier League Squad Rule has the Potential to Change the Face of the National Game. Mark Douglas Reports
The new rules mean on the day after the transfer window closes - September 1 - every Premier League manager will be required to name a 25-man squad which includes eight homegrown or Academy-reared players.
No additions will be permitted except in extrao...See the full content of this document
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