Premier League clubs could be responsible for the deaths of 'thousands' should they receive a special exemption from the Government over players returning to the UK from international duty in 'red list' countries next month.
That's the view of a public health expert in light of Sportsmail's exclusive that top-flight teams are planning to submit applications to Whitehall for the appropriate dispensation allowing their stars to travel to prohibited destinations without the need for a compulsory 10-day quarantine upon their return.
At present, 'red-list' destinations include Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Paraguay, Portugal and South Africa.