Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish has argued the return of Premier League football could boost the mental health of the nation and help define the 'new normal' for other industries.
Parish defended attempts to get the season back up and running amid the coronavirus pandemic, stressing not doing so would be a major financial blow to taxpayers and the wider football community.
The Premier League met on Friday to discuss 'Project Restart' with clubs committed to finishing the season when some social restrictions are relaxed. It is understood the league is still working towards a best-case scenario of play being able to resume from the week beginning June 8.