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'Age is age' - Hodgson has 'no concerns' over Premier League return despite coronavirus advice for over-70s

Roy Hodgson says he has “no concerns” about returning to work amid the coronavirus pandemic.

The Crystal Palace manager is 72, the oldest man ever to manage in the Premier League.

Official guidance from the UK government says anybody aged 70 or over is particularly at risk of serious illness from Covid-19, regardless of other medical conditions, and should be “particularly stringent” about following social distancing guidelines.

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The Premier League is still working on ‘Project Restart’ as English football looks to find a way to resume play.

Asked by beIN Sports if he would be able to return to work if play does go ahead, Hodgson replied: "Yes.