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It was in that role he worked alongside Guardiola, the legendary former Barcelona boss who has won six Premier League titles, the Champions League and 11 other trophies during his eight years in Manchester.

Under their guidance, Burnley stormed to the Championship title in 2023 and, although they only lasted one season in the Premier League, their accomplishments – and the playing style which accompanied them – convinced the mighty Bayern Munich to hire Kompany as their manager.

Supporter groups and the English Football League are among those to have welcomed the bill, though the Premier League has insisted there is no need for an independent regulator.

"You know I have had the experience of Champions League games and Premier League games."

Hall is only 20 but is excelling for Newcastle United, playing all 11 Premier League games this season - and was actually given his Chelsea debut by Tuchel as a 17-year-old.