The Italian legislators appear to have written a rule that aims to pave the way to exceptions.

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Mr Dougall said the confidence "we take from the BBC" was that there was a written "rule book" and someone would always take responsibility.

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Like all Premiership clubs, Pompey have now been sent a written explanation of the rule from the Premier League and have a week to make comments before any further action is considered.

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