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Premier League clubs can play friendlies before season restart

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Premier League - Sheffield United v Brighton & Hove Albion - Bramall Lane, Sheffield, Britain - February 22, 2020 General view of the Premier League logo before the match [REUTERS/Andrew Yates]

Premier League clubs have been given the green light to take part in friendlies with strict protocols in place as they prepare for the restart of England’s top-flight season on June 17, British media reported on Tuesday.

Venues must not be more than 90 minutes away and players will need to travel in their own cars and arrive in full kit, according to Sky Sports.

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