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Premier League clubs remain committed to finishing the 2019-20 season... but the June 30 cut-off date was NOT discussed during a top-flight meeting on Friday

The issue of finishing the Premier League season by June 30 to avoid contract and sponsorship disputes was not raised when top-flight clubs met on Friday.

Clubs looked at various models for a resumption of action, all with dates attached.

The dates are purely hypothetical until such time as Government advice changes, with the country currently in lockdown until May 7 at the earliest to limit the spread of coronavirus.

Liverpool were on the brink of the Premier League title when the season was suspended

Liverpool were on the brink of the Premier League title when the season was suspended

Manchester United and Manchester City were among the sides who do not want a cut-off date
Spurs chairman Daniel Levy and Liverpool owner John Henry want the season completed

It had been reported that numerous clubs were concerned that finishing after the end of June could cause problems, with standard player contracts expiring on June 30.