The EFL is to meet with member clubs over the coming weeks to discuss the possibility of re-installing Bury into League Two for the 2020/21 season.

The EFL released a statement on Tuesday afternoon which disclosed that the established procedure for clubs to re-enter the Football League is through the National League, but Bury's situation means they could have exceptional circumstances.

The statement added that they have acknowledged the "extreme nature of the problems" at Bury, so they have decided the most sensible course of action would be to discuss the matter with member clubs.

This all comes after Bury were expelled from the Football League last week after a takeover bid from C&N Sporting Risk failed to come to fruition, leaving the club without the financial means to continue in the league.

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There have been a number of calls from football fans, supporters' groups and political figures to re-instate the club, with Bury North MP James Frith claiming the Shakers should be allowed to join League Two before the start of next season.

The verdict

This is a welcome step in the right direction for Bury, as the EFL's latest statement suggests they are willing to consider the possibility of re-installing Bury to the league given their circumstances.

It would be an unprecedented step for Bury to re-join League Two at the start of next season, but it is possible that the club could be in a position by this stage to fulfil its EFL membership requirements.

The widespread calls for Bury's reinstatement reflects the enormous impact that the club's plight has had on English football, and it seems that the Shaker's return to the Football League is what everybody wants.

This revelation provides some hope for Bury fans, but it seems there is some way to go before they can start dreaming about the possibility of their club returning to the pyramid.