PL delay Blatter meeting

The Premier League has announced that they have delayed their meeting with FIFA president Sepp Blatter. The meeting was arranged to discuss the possibiliy of globalising the Premiership with a round of international matches - round 39.

"The Premier League have been discussing their strategic global development with numerous professionals throughout the football world.

"It is our considered view following these discussions that we need to conduct further internal studies and consultation before seeking the advice of the world governing body FIFA and the key confederations.

"This project is still very much in its infancy, was always subject to development, clarification and wide consultation and we remain disappointed that these facts and many others were lost when early opinions were formed by many without any detailed knowledge.

"Having consulted with FIFA, we have decided to delay our planned visit whilst we conduct further work prior to addressing them and their confederations formally.

"We sincerely believe that the Premier League has much to offer the development of the game internationally as witnessed by the many federations and leagues that currently seek our involvement and advice.

"There never has been a rush to conclude these matters and we are more than willing to take time to develop our proposals."