Huge change to VAR that fans desperately want being considered by Premier League officials in biggest revamp since the system was introduced

Top Premier League officials are considering the biggest revamp of VAR since its introduction by making one huge change wanted by football fans.

VAR has been a part of top-flight football since the 2019-20 season, but the response has been mixed from players and team staff, while supporters at the ground and at home have been feeling left out of the full picture.

The Professional Game Match Officials Board (PGMOL) believe that one simple switch in protocol could create a better experience for those following games. 

Fans cannot hear conversations between match officials as they deliberate decisions using VAR - but PGMOL is now considering allowing those in the stadium to hear these talks for greater transparency. 

Reporter Rob Dorsett told Sky Sports: 'It's complicated because IFAB have never allowed live audio between match officials to be broadcast to the crowd. But PGMOL would like that to happen.

'Howard Webb says he thinks there is scope within the existing rules for referees when they're called to the screen to review a decision, to then explain if they are changing that decision, why they are changing it, to the crowd.

'By next season we might see, for the first time, match officials and the referee talking directly to people inside the stadium to explain their decisions.'

Webb mentioned the potential move in relation to the controversial calls relating to a trio of Nottingham Forest penalty shouts at Everton on April 21 - with the PGMOL chief admitting that the referee and VAR team should have reviewed one of their claims. 

When asked about the information available within the grounds, Webb said: 'It does need improving, doesn't it. 

'When you hear the clips on shows like this it makes sense what's happening; it all becomes apparent. We're looking at ways to improve the in-stadium experience.'

It would follow a similar format to the decision-making process which was on display at the 2023 Women's World Cup - although the explanation will come first, to try and prevent fans from booing over the details once the decision has been confirmed.  

ESPN report that explanations would only be announced when a pitch-side monitor is consulted. 

VAR checks which do not result in the on-field decision being overturned will remain out of earshot for supporters. 

The change must be approved by the Premier League, but that is likely to be a formality.