Absolute rubbish....
It was announced on Thursday by Professional Game Match Officials Limited that Madley, 32, would no longer be officiating matches 'due to a change in personal circumstances'.
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The PGMOL had 18 referees for the new Premier League season but that will now be limited to just 17.
They released a statement following his absence in which they confirmed his resignation.
It read:
'Bobby Madley is no longer employed by PGMOL.
'We understand that he has decided to relocate due to a change in his personal circumstances.'