The English Football League is reportedly targeting a closed door return to action in June.
The vast majority of European football leagues are in indefinite shutdown to deal with the coronavirus pandemic - although German authorities have allowed clubs to return to training.
The Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga could then return in empty stadiums come May and, according to ESPN, English football authorities are formulating a plan to follow suit.
It's said June 6 has been set as a potential date for the season to resume ahead.
That applies to the Championship, League One and League Two, with the plan dependent entirely on UK Government advice.
The Premier League are also working towards a return to action ahead of a conference call involving all 20 top flight clubs set for Friday.
The EFL's plan would incorporate a three week mini pre-season to allow players to get back up to speed.
All matches would then be played behind closed doors in order to allow clubs to see out the season.
