Addressing the Club World Cup issue, Premier League chief executive Richard Masters had earlier told reporters: "FIFA was put on earth really to regulate the global game and to run international football, and the Club World Cup is a move into club football. The leagues and the players have not been consulted at all on the timing and scheduling of the competition, and I think whatever iteration of it may come next, we do need to be consulted on that.
"Obviously, it does have an impact on the scheduling of the Premier League season, that much is clear. We’re asking for a seat at the table, a proper discussion for the leagues."