Premier League: Liverpool FC officially establishes a 16-member "supporters board"

Liverpool FC (Premier League) "has signed a contract to officially establish its new supporters board and held an inaugural meeting with the 16 representatives of the board," announced the club on 17/08/2022.

"This historic moment is a step change between the club and fans. It is a legally-binding commitment from Liverpool FC to structure strategic engagement with supporters, strengthen dialogue and increase fan involvement in decision-making processes," said the English club. In doing so, Liverpool has gone beyond what other Premier League clubs - including Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenham - have implemented over the past few months in terms of involving fans in their decision-making process. These five clubs were part of the European Super League project announced on 18/04/2021, before withdrawing three days later following backlash, especially from fans.

"The supporters board will meet four times per year with executives and senior club staff to discuss strategic club issues and provide an open dialogue between club and supporters. The chair (Joe Blott) and…