One of the biggest criticisms of the evolving technology has been supporter alienation, with man fans not having a clue what is going on, while TV viewers can see replays.
The Video Assistant Referee was used to disallow Craig Bryson's goal for Derby against Southampton in the FA Cup third round replay on Wednesday night.
But many were puzzled as to why it was ruled out, with the Scottish midfielder's foot marginally offside, meaning there was no way fans in the ground could have spotted it.
According to the Times, officials are hoping replays on big screens would help make it obvious to supporters — who are forking out big money to pay for games — why a decision has been reached.
It might also help alleviate any potential flashpoints among fans over a decision.
There is a problem though: neither Old Trafford or Anfield have big screens.
There are also plans to make them compulsory in grounds, meaning England's two most successful clubs would have to get them installed.
Most top flight grounds have them above the goal ends.
Premier League leaders Liverpool opened a new grandstand in 2016, but the Anfield Road end is also set for expansion and a big screen could potentially be added to the blueprints.
Manchester United, meanwhile, have been mulling over developing the Bobby Charlton Stand at Old Trafford, with the Manchester United Supporters Trust raising various issues with managing director Richard Arnold recently.
Prem chiefs are concerned over the time it has taken referees to reach big decisions through VAR, with Anthony Taylor's call over Bryson's disallowed Derby goal taking 113 seconds and there are plans to speed it up.
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