The West of Scotland League have opened the door for a 20-team tier six as part of their junior divisions overhaul, Lanarkshire Live Sport understands.
It was revealed earlier this week that the original proposal for a conference system would not be allowed by the SFA.
However, the WoSL put a plan to clubs that would see 17 teams enter a top division, including Bonnyton Thistle and the current West Premiership sides, known as tier six.
The remaining 50 sides would then enter a tier seven conference system.
However, following a video call between clubs this week it has been revealed to by a source within the Lanarkshire junior sides that a 20-team alternative has also been put on the table.
This would mean the top three teams who finished the West Region Championship - Cumbernauld, Blantyre Vics, and Darvel - would be promoted with no relegation from the old Premiership.
The proposal would mean Glencairn, Kirkintilloch Rob Roy and Troon, who finished in the bottom three on average points, continue in the top ranks for the new era.
It is understood the SFA turned down the conferences as it would not be possible to add all of the teams to their Judicial Protocol.
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