The Football Federation of Australia is hoping to heal its historically fractured relationship with A-League club owners as chief executive David Gallop revealed the governing body's priority next season is relieving the financial pressures placed on owners.

If last season was the year that the A-League broke through into the mainstream of Australian sport, then this year's instalment will see the FFA consolidate its position to maintain increased financial stability.

"There remain potholes in the road financially": David Gallop, FFA chief. Credit:Ben Rushton

The new broadcast deal, which will see the game shown live on Fox Sports and SBS has provided the game with a significant cash stream but it is not at the stage when the FFA is willing to explore large-scale projects such as expansion. Gallop says consolidating the financial position this season is essential for the league's development.

''We're certainly moving into a more stable financial environment but we need to be conscious of the huge investment club owners have made in the past and will continue to make,'' Gallop said. ''Ultimately, our number one strategic priority is to alleviate the burden on our private owners, but certainly progress has been made in that area.''