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Reality kicks in... Premier League stars are training with VR headsets to keep themselves sharp during coronavirus shutdown, and our reporter was run ragged by Kylian Mbappe after giving the tech a try!

An increasing number of Premier League stars are using revolutionary virtual reality training to maintain their technique during the coronavirus pandemic.

Many top-flight clubs, including leaders Liverpool, have told their squads to stay away from training and are unsure when sessions will resume.

So players are using virtual reality technology developed by Manchester-based firm Rezzil in their own homes.

West Ham star Michail Antonio has been testing out the virtual reality kit in the last week
He said the technology allows him to keep himself ticking over while the season is suspended

The device, with a headset, foot and shinpad sensors, is growing a reputation for aiding rehabilitation from injuries at the elite level, and could now help players retain sharpness during isolation.