The Premier League are set to introduce a five substitutes ruling following an unanimous ruling from its current clubs, according to The Times. Following 'Project Restart' back in June of 2020, teams were permitted to use an extra two players from the bench, with the law likely to be changed permanently in time for the start of the 2022/23 season.
Newcastle United had previously voted against the proposed changes, citing an unfair advantage for the clubs with larger squad depth, although it now seems likely to be given the green light. The issue is due to be voted on once again by all top-flight teams at a Premier League stakeholders meeting in London.
At present, England's elite are the only country not to introduce the ruling, with all other top European leagues having already implemented the change. The Premier League has since reverted back to the traditional three-substitute limit, which was seen changed at the beginning of last season.
