Premier League clubs are facing tough negotiations with commercial sponsors over the coming weeks should the season finish behind closed doors.
The proposal of fixtures taking place at neutral venues presents a headache for club bosses, who are acutely aware of partners not earning the sort of exposure expected when contracts were signed.
As well as a sporting problem, the loss of home advantage is a key revenue issue, with the branding of tens of companies strategically placed throughout top-flight stadiums and visible on television.
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