The Premier League is set to introduce a trial crackdown this season targeting goalkeepers who appear to fake injuries in order to disrupt the flow of play or buy time for coaches to relay tactical instructions to their players.

The new measure reflects growing concern at the top level of English football about time-wasting through simulated stoppages, a tactic that has drawn increasing frustration from fans, officials, and rival managers alike.

By singling out goalkeepers specifically, the league signals that feigned injuries in that position — often used to halt momentum at critical moments in a match — will face stricter scrutiny during the upcoming campaign.

The trial format means the rule will be assessed over the course of the season before any permanent decision is made, giving the league and its stakeholders an opportunity to evaluate its effectiveness in curbing the practice.