Premier League clubs could be expected to play the entirety of the 2020-21 season behind closed doors due to the impact of the coronavirus, according to reports.
England's top-flight domestic league has been suspended since early March amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Despite clubs wanting to finish the current season in its entirety, the coronavirus could reportedly have a knock-on effect for the following campaign.
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The Daily Mail reports that some Premier League clubs have started to explore the 'implications of fixtures without supporters for the next 12 months.'
And the newspaper added that fans might not be allowed to attend live fixtures at stadiums until there is a vaccine available for coronavirus.
The behind-closed-doors scenario is expected to significantly impact clubs' revenue due to the lack of ticket sales and match-day income.
According to the Daily Mail, clubs are analysing the impact that the loss of revenue will have on them and their budgets.
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The publication claims that Manchester United and Arsenal are the two Premier League clubs expected to lose the most on match-day revenue.
The Red Devils bring in around £110m per season from match-day revenue and the Gunners are not far behind with £100m.
During a video conference call on Friday, the 'big six' teams reportedly warned other clubs that voting against the current campaign on health grounds could potentially lead to the 2020-21 season being cancelled.
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According to reports, the Premier League will hold another meeting next Friday and could have a vote on whether the current season is completed at neutral venues and behind closed doors or ends now.
The Premier League is reportedly eyeing up plans to restart the league on 12th June and have matches played at 10 neutral venues.
Meanwhile, other reports suggest that the Premier League could adopt a new format for next season that features 23 clubs and 44 matches to be played.
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