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'I think it's important for football to take its place': Chelsea manager Frank Lampard insists it would not 'sit well' with him or the public if Premier League stars get coronavirus tests before frontline NHS staff and key workers

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has said it would not 'sit well' with him if Premier League stars were favoured to undergo regular coronavirus tests ahead of frtonline NHS staff and key workers.

Sportsmail revealed on Thursday that top-flight officials involved in plotting football's return have discussed implementing a system that will see clubs test all players and staff for the infection on a matchday following games.

They would then aim to have the all results turned around within 48 hours and ready to present to the manager on the morning of the second day after the game.