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Rival EFL clubs at war over Premier League's bailout cash... due to controversial 'monitored grants' and on how £15m to cover loss of fans inside stadiums will be distributed

EFL clubs are set to do battle at a meeting on Thursday to discuss the Premier League's bailout package.

Rows are brewing over controversial 'monitored grants' some fear will challenge the integrity of the game, and over how £15million aimed at covering lost gate receipts is distributed.

As part of the wider £250m agreement with the Premier League in the wake of the financially crippling pandemic, sides in Leagues One and Two can apply for handouts from a £20m 'monitored grant' fund which will be based on need.

EFL clubs are at loggerheads over the Premier League's bailout ahead of Thursday's meeting

Those who ask for assistance will need to show that without a cash injection — which could be up to a seven-figure sum — they would be in danger of going out of business.