Tottenham 'Push Ahead' With Wage Cuts & Furloughing Staff Despite Criticism

​Tottenham are set to continue with plans to furlough workers and cut wages of non-playing staff, despite receiving widespread criticism.

Chairman Daniel Levy announced the cost-cutting plans in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, which has seen football suspended indefinitely, resulting in a loss of matchday income for clubs.

Around half of Spurs' 550 non-playing staff have been placed on furlough, while those that haven't have been ​asked to take a 20% pay cut.

The ​Tottenham players, boss Jose Mourinho and his coaching staff continue to receive their full salaries. 

By furloughing staff, Spurs have taken advantage of a government scheme aimed at vulnerable businesses, where the state pays 80% of workers' wages.

Liverpool, Norwich and Bournemouth have ​also furloughed staff. However, these clubs have topped up workers salaries by paying the additional 20%. Tottenham have not yet agreed to do so.

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According to a report in ​the Telegraph, Spurs are 'pushing ahead' with their furlough plans, while those who have been asked to continue to work have been sent a document to sign, confirming that they agree to the wage cut and the temporary alterations to their contract.

There had been hope that these proposed measures would be scrapped due to the widespread criticism the club received.

Due to numerous staff being furloughed, those still working will likely be required to do more work for less money.

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A source told the paper: “People are angry and upset. Many are worried about their mortgages and other bills. Other clubs have furloughed staff, but at least they have agreed to top up their wages.


“We are still yet to hear whether or not the players and the manager will take wage cuts, and there has been no indication people will ever get the money back if the season can resume.

“This has left a bad feeling that will linger with a lot of people for a long time after the coronavirus has hopefully passed.”

The Premier League had been in discussion with the PFA regarding a suggested 30% wage cut, however, ​this was rejected over concerns that it would not be beneficial because of the loss in tax payments the government would receive as a result.


Source : 90min