The Premier League are in discussions about the possibility of playing games behind closed doors.

There is concern about the coronavirus outbreak throughout Europe.

It means that games in Italy and Switzerland are already postponed, and future contests could be played behind closed doors.

Now the Evening Standard is suggesting that something similar may happen in England.

The Premier League, FA and EFL are all in talks about the situation and how they should best respond.

Empty stadiums would mean that matches can go ahead, preserving the integrity of the competitions.

Fans could watch on television, and it would ensure there is no possibility of the virus spreading among supporters an in turn players.