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Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has once again namechecked Burnley as he continues his bid to force the Premier League to reintroduce five substitutes.

The English top-flight, along with the EFL, handed managers the opportunity to make two extra changes after football returned following Project Restart at the height of the coronavirus pandemic. Clubs at the top of the Premier League had hoped for that change to remain permanent, as it has elsewhere in Europe, but it was voted down when teams, including Burnley vetoed the proposal.

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel and his compatriot Klopp have been vocal in their criticism of not allowing five changes, believing it does little for the welfare of the players involved. Recent reports have stated that the Premier League are once again considering the law change, with Klopp back on his pedestal pleading for the change.

And not for the first time, the Liverpool boss has specifically brought Burnley into the debate, suggesting “top class” stars need even more protection. "I didn't open it now but I can't stop thinking about it," said Klopp in his pre-match press-conference.

"Five subs is essential. I think Scotland plans six friendly games in the summer. Not all of them are for the purpose that if you go to the World Cup then you are better prepared, it is for money reasons and I understand that.

"England has four