The Premier League and IMG have sealed a three-year extension to their broadcasting partnership - two weeks after staff were told their jobs were being axed over Zoom.
Premier League Productions will take on a drastic new look from the start of next season, when the new deal begins, much to the frustration of dozens who work in front and behind the camera. A number of high-profile presenters are expected to depart, while camera operators and logistics staff have been told they are not having their contracts renewed or that their hours will be drastically reduced.
PLP will place increased emphasis on timeless and digital content, according to a source, with midweek studio shows likely to be cut. There are likely to be a series of on-demand documentaries created instead. Press conferences and matches will continue to be the primary focus because PLP provides the feed to international networks who collectively spend billions on showing the top tier of English football.
