English Premier League clubs are hoping to give their players the go-ahead to return to training in small groups this week.
But, there is a growing feeling that the intended June 12 date set for matches to start again will need to be pushed back.
A vote was due to take place on training and medical protocols when the 20 top-flight clubs where due to hold their next meeting.
If at least 14 of the 20 clubs passed through, players would be able to train in groups of five thereafter.
The Premier League would have been encouraged with the return of the Bundesliga, in Germany, this weekend.
They were the first major football league to in the world to resume after the easing of the lockdown.
As in Germany, Premier League will have to undergo safety measures including tents where temperature checks will be conducted, strict hygiene criteria, no canteens and no showers.
A maximum of five players will be allowed per pitch with tackling forbidden.
Players will be tested twice per week and are being asked to provide written approval that they have received and understood the club’s Covid-19 policy.
The prospect of clubs playing their remaining fixtures at neutral grounds has receded with more than half speaking out against such a proposal.
