The A-League is inching towards independence with the New League Working Group (NLWG) reaching an in-principle agreement for a 'new era for football in Australia'.
Discussions over the competition splitting from Football Federation Australia have been underway for some time with a number of hurdles delaying an independent A-League.
But after reviewing a number of recommendations put forward by the NLWG, the FFA have accepted the need for change with long-form agreements expected to be finalised by August.
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Among several looming changes, A-League clubs will be given unimpeded control of all commercial rights to ensure their ability to attract more investment.