The Premier League has drafted in a group of cardiologists to provide a report on the potential effect on players of coronavirus, amid concerns over the harm a potential return to football may cause.
Sportsmail understands that the government have also asked to be informed of the findings which are part of the competition's wide-ranging study into the safety of restarting the suspended season.
Fears that an early return could trigger health issues have been raised and the top flight wants to leave no stone unturned when exploring the possibility of a return to action.