The Football Association (FA) is considering options to outsource the process of player discipline. The FA is considering removing its current panel who judge in cases of player/manager misconduct and outsource responsibility in the hope of gaining accountability with clubs after receiving complaints that it’s 99% conviction rate was harsh. With many high profile cases due to the constant coverage of UK football, if the considerations are followed through, it will be under scrutiny from football fans around the country.

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