The idea of ending the Premier League campaign in China was floated by one club chief, But it was quickly turned down by top-flight counterparts.
Games in England have been suspended with the coronavirus pandemic causing havoc around the world.
And as the Premier League look to finish the season amid mounting pressure, it is believed that they had contemplated taking games abroad for the first time.
England’s top flight are aware of the financial repercussions of failing to end the season, and China was mooted as a possible destination, according to the Athletic.
One Premier League chief executive is reported to have said: “If we were to pick up the Premier League and move it to another part of world right now we’d get absolutely slaughtered.
“Somebody accused us the other day of being in a bubble. I feel a little bit like they are right at the moment – even though I am not, I can see why people think we are.”
While another reportedly offered: “It’s just a waste of energy. Let’s just say we all want to start the league and life. Unfortunately only God and the pandemic can make this decision. And it does not look likely.”
The Premier League stands to lose around £762m in broadcasting revenue if they fail to conclude the campaign. Another club chief is adamant playing matches behind closed doors is the only solution.
He said: “The only other option is playing behind closed doors when safe to do so and then have an acceleration of matches on Saturday, Wednesday, Saturday over a tight period.
“Even then I think you are going to find some clubs questioning whether that is supporting the integrity of the competition.”
