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'It's more dangerous for footballers' - Ex-Man Utd psychologist warns over coronavirus postponement

All football is currently suspended due to the coronavirus and the Red Devils' former psychologist has warned of the mental challenges

The mental impact of not playing during the Covid-19 pandemic may do more damage than the physical impact, Manchester United’s former sport psychologist has warned.

United players have been training at home for three weeks due to government advice regarding the Coronavirus pandemic. Players from all teams and age groups have been given individual programmes and remain in regular contact with manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer during the lockdown over their progression.

But with no concrete date for the return of games, some players will find it difficult to remain focused and motivated with no end goal to work towards.