The Premier League have formally written to football’s lawmakers to request permission to trial temporary concussion substitutes, it can be revealed, with support from the EFL and PFA. However, it is believed the original time allocated for that trial has now passed with the Premier League feeling no barriers should prevent them from introducing temporary concussion substitutes instead. It is believed this means the resources are already there to implement temporary concussion substitutes. If granted approval, the Premier League would commit to sharing their findings with FIFA and IFAB so that the benefits can be assessed. If rejected, it is understood the Premier League are prepared to request detailed rationale as to why.

Source: Metro January 18, 2026 19:07 UTC