Club owner Mike Ashley has been in the headlines recently over his attempts to keep his Sports Direct stores open
The move comes as the Premier League club attempt to protect themselves from the long-term financial effects of the coronavirus pandemic.Download the new Independent Premium app Those affected were referred to the Government’s job retention scheme, under which furloughed staff are entitled to claim 80 per cent of their monthly wage up to £2,500.
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