Deal sheet rules: How Blackpool could get extra time to clinch a signing after the transfer window closes

Blackpool are still looking to add to their squad ahead of today's 5pm deadline - but, if needed, they will have some extra time to seal any potential deal.
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While the transfer window is set to close at 5pm, Blackpool could have an extra two hours in which to finalise the details of a transfer.

The Seasiders have been linked with a late move for Liverpool's Ben Woodburn but, with the clock ticking and plenty of paperwork still to be completed, fans may be worrying that a deal looks unlikely.

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But, as per EFL and Premier League rules, Blackpool can be given until 7pm to complete the deal - providing that the club have submitted a 'Deal Sheet'.

These sheets provide details of the impending transfer and confirm that an agreement has been reached, before providing clubs with extra time in which to submit all the required documentation.

The details required on this sheet are fairly basic and amount to the clubs and player involved and the fee being paid, if there is one.

Deal sheets cannot be requested until 3pm on transfer deadline day and then must be submitted, fully completed, by 5pm.

Ben Woodburn looks set to seal a loan switch to BlackpoolBen Woodburn looks set to seal a loan switch to Blackpool
Ben Woodburn looks set to seal a loan switch to Blackpool
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Once received and approved by the Premier League or EFL, clubs can then be granted permission to submit all the required transfer paperwork by a 7pm deadline.

It is likely that, with time running out in the window, Pool will have to submit such a sheet to finalise the addition of Woodburn.

Neil Critchley's side will also be able to sign free agents after today’s window closes.