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Bowden Backs Bolton Proposal - Ipswich Town News

Chief executive Derek Bowden has come out in support of Bolton chairman Phil Gartside's idea that the top two divisions be restructured into two Premier Leagues of 18 clubs each with no promotion and relegation into the lower two divisions.

Bowden said: "It would lead to more equal distribution of wealth and remove the horrendous damage done to a club - even with parachute payments - when it is relegated back to the Football League.

"The gap is too wide with not only the club but fans and players also suffering. As things stand, there is a temptation to plan for coming down on promotion, and the chances are this will lead to relegation.

"It is refreshing that this latest proposal has come from a club like Bolton that has done well and established themselves in the top flight.”

Meanwhile, Town's off-field staff will be receiving no pay increase this year, reportedly in line with other companies in the Marcus Evans Group.

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