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Premier League clubs on Wednesday unanimously decided not to release players for international matches which are to be played in red-list countries next month.The clubs' decision is strongly supported by the Premier League and will apply to nearly 60 players from 19 Premier League clubs who are due to travel to 26 red-list countries in the September international window.This follows FIFA's current position not to extend its temporary release exception for players required to quarantine on their return from international duty. "Extensive discussions have taken place with both the FA and the Government to find a solution, but due to ongoing public health concerns relating to incoming travellers from red-list countries, no exemption has been granted," the statement by PL read.If required to quarantine on return from red list countries, not only would players' welfare and fitness be significantly impacted, but they would also be unavailable to prepare for and play in two Premier League match rounds, a UEFA club competition matchday and the third round of the EFL Cup. This period takes into consideration 10 days of hotel quarantine on return to England but does not include any additional time that would be required for players to regain match fitness.Premier League Chief Executive Richard Masters said: "Premier League clubs have always supported their players' desires to represent their countries -- this is a matter of pride for all concerned. However, clubs have reluctantly but rightly come to the conclusion that it would be entirely unreasonable to release players under these new circumstances.""Quarantine requirements mean that players' welfare and fitness will be significantly impacted. We understand the challenges that exist in the international match calendar and remain open to workable solutions."Clubs also discussed their dissatisfaction with FIFA's decision to extend CONMEBOL's international window by two days in September and October from nine to 11 days. This places additional international obligations on players from that region, to the detriment of their availability to represent their clubs. FIFA was also urged to work with all stakeholders to ensure an agreeable conclusion can be reached on the issue.( With inputs from ANI )Disclaimer: This post has been auto-published from an agency feed without any modifications to the text and has not been reviewed by an editor

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