Mark Clattenburg is tempted by a move to the MLS or China because of referee scrutiny in the Premier League
MARK CLATTENBURG could become the latest Premier League export to either the United States or China - because he is reportedly fed up of the intense scrutiny that comes with being a ref in English football.
The 41-year-old could take the same exit route as the likes of Steven Gerrard and Ramires, with the English game's refereeing hierarchy increasingly worried he might up sticks.
According to the , an offer from the US would appeal to Clattenburg - and there has also been interest from the Chinese Super League and the Middle East.
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Clattenburg again appeared to be at fault as Alexis Sanchez clearly used his hand to score for Arsenal in their 2-0 win over Watford over the weekend.
But such incidents are making the Newcastle-based man in black tired of being under such an intense spotlight every week.
Premier League referees are subject to feedback sessions, with refs chief Mike Riley in charge of who refs where and when - along with deciding who is promoted.
Clattenburg refereed the Champions League final and Euro 2016 final this season - with English involvement curtailed in the finishing stages.
He was due to accept an award at the North East Football Writers' Dinner on Sunday, but he pulled out after officiating Arsenal's win over Hull.
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He even admitted a move to China could be an option just two months ago.
Clattenburg said: "If an opportunity came along - I am contracted to the Premier League - but I have to look at my long-term strategy of my career. How long can I last as a referee?
"There is no offer on the table but if they made an offer it would be under consideration."