Sunday 17 May 2020 19:00, UK
Everton have become the latest Premier League club to offer refunds to fans with tickets for the remaining matches of the season.
The German Bundesliga may have returned to action behind closed doors this weekend but there is no indication yet as to when England's top division may do the same.
Manchester City confirmed on Friday that their fans will receive an automatic refund for their outstanding six Premier League home matches, while Brighton and Norwich have also offered full reimbursement to fans.
Everton have now followed suit, with Toffees supporters also given the opportunity to gain credit towards their 2020/21 season tickets, or contribute to the club's charity, Everton in the Community.
"Everton has confirmed all fans with tickets for the club's remaining five home Premier League fixtures of the 2019/20 season will be able to claim a refund due to the increasing expectation that - should the remaining games be played -they will take place behind closed doors," the club said in a statement.
"Season Ticket Members will be entitled to a credit or refund on a pro-rata basis for the five games and will also be given the option to forgo part or all of their balance in order for the club to donate that amount in full over to Everton in the Community.
"The option for a portion - or all - of the available refund to be made available to Everton in the Community was introduced as a result of requests from fan groups and individual supporters who have been keen to show their appreciation for the club's charity.
"Season Ticket Members who may not have renewed for the 20/21 season when the remaining games for the 19/20 season are confirmed will be given the opportunity to request that their refund entitlement be used as a credit towards their renewal for next season."
