Karren Brady: Brexit would be devastating for Premier League
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Britain leaving the European Union would have “devastating consequences” for the Premier League according to West Ham United vice-chair Karren Brady.
Brady – a vocal member of the Britain Stronger in Europe campaign – wrote a letter to football club chairs across the country to warn that English clubs would find it more difficult to attract quality international players in the event of a Brexit.
“Players from the EU can sign for UK clubs without needing a visa or special work permit, making it quicker and easier to secure top talent from across Europe to come and play in our leagues,” said Brady.
“Losing this unhindered access to European talent would put British clubs at a disadvantage compared to continental sides.”
She also warned that grassroots football would be deprived of European cash, while 200 players currently playing in the English top flight would not be eligible to work in the UK without the freedom of movement guaranteed by the EU.
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