REVEALED: Wembley could host Premier League games again with national stadium back on the table as one of neutral venues as clubs try to re-start the season
- Wembley Stadium could be a neutral ground to host Premier League matches
- The national stadium was not thought to be under consideration in restart plans
- But the 90,000 capacity ground is being discussed as a contender by officials
Wembley is re-emerging as a site to host Premier League games as part of Project Restart.
Plans to play out the remaining 92 fixtures at neutral venues were discussed at length during a Premier League shareholders meeting last Friday.
It was thought the national stadium would not be considered as one of the potential venues.
Wembley is back on the table as a potential Premier League venue when the season re-starts
The national stadium was not thought to be under consideration but is now being discussed
But Sportsmail understands Wembley is now under consideration as one of the stadiums to host top-flight matches if the season is given the green light to restart by the Government – though no final decisions have been made on venues.
Sportsmail understands the UK authorities, including the police and Government, have provided guidance to Premier League officials over what would constitute a suitable neutral venue. Wembley, it is believed, fits the criteria.
It remains to be seen if Wembley is selected as one of the Premier League’s nominated stadiums if and when matches restart, but the London venue will be considered.
Brighton’s Amex Stadium and West Ham’s London Stadium are understood to be strong contenders to stage matches.
Though, no team will play any games at their home stadiums should games restart.
West Ham United’s London Stadium is another possibility as neutral venue in restart plans