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Premier League becomes the first division in the world to introduce concussion substitutes from February 6, with teams allowed two permanent changes per game during trial period

The Premier League will introduce concussion substitutes from February 6, it has been confirmed.

The long-awaited trial was approved last week and the top flight is set to become the first division in the world to test out the measure.

From February 6 - or matchday 23 in the Premier League - teams will have two permanent concussion substitutes per game.

The Premier League is reportedly set to introduce concussion substitutes from February 6

Fears were raised over welfare of players earlier this season after a number of sickening head clashes - with the incident involving Raul Jimenez and David Luiz among those to have sparked action.