Accrington Stanley owner defends decision to fund £200 trips to McDonald's
It's after he received a letter from the EFL 'demanding an explanation'
Accrington Stanley's chairman has defended buying burgers for his players as a treat for winning matches.
It's after the EFL wrote to the club saying it's not part of the player's contracts.
Andy Holt, who owns League Two table-toppers, revealed on Twitter that he occasionally provides his squad with #200 to spend at the fast-food chain if Accrington win, with players required to pay their own way if they lose.
The EFL have sent the club a letter in relation to Holt's scheme as, under regulation 61.6, clubs are required to include full details of any payments and cash bonuses made to players in their contracts.
Bonuses form part of a player's deal and must be submitted prior to the start of the season, though exceptions may be granted if the EFL are notified in advance.
However, Holt has insisted there is nothing malicious in the arrangement in a series of tweets.
In response to one user, Holt wrote: I get them a bit of grub out of personal tax payed money. I think if I want to buy a burger for someone I should be allowed to.''
Replying to another, he said: It's only the same as paying for a pre match meal. I don't for one minute think anything untowards in my actions. At least @EFL keep an eye on my twitter feed. I'm relaxed about it.''
The Chair of Blackpool Supporters' Trust Christine Seddon also responded, amid her efforts to get the EFL to intervene over the embattled situation between Seasiders' fans and owners the Oystons:
Accrington have won their previous six games, including a 1-0 success over Notts County on Monday afternoon.
An EFL spokesman said: As a result of a communication made by Mr Holt in relation to the payment of additional monies, the EFL has written to Accrington Stanley and asked them for their observations.
The club has provided its response and the matter will be considered further in due course.'