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Jake Polden

Liverpool respond to Premier League's decision to suspend season due to coronavirus

Liverpool says it "welcomes" the Premier League's decision to suspend the season until April 4 due to coronavirus outbreak.

The Premier League confirmed it has called off all matches for the remainder of March to help control the spread of COVID-19, following an emergency meeting on Friday.

The meeting was called after Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and Chelsea forward Callum Hudson-Odoi were diagnosed with the illness.

Responding to the news, Premier League leaders Liverpool tweeted: "Liverpool continues to implement the government's advice on the coronavirus outbreak and welcomes today's Premier League statement to postpone all games, including Premier League academy and WSL fixtures in the best interests of players, staff and supporters."

Liverpool says it "welcomes" the Premier League's decision to suspend the season until April 4 (ALI HAIDER/EPA-EFE/REX)

A statement read: "The club has implemented its own precautions across its sites to minimise the spread of the coronavirus by minimising contact where practicable and reinforcing the official medical advice for everyone to take responsibility for excellent personal hygiene.

"Ticket and bookings already purchased for the postponed Premier League fixtures may still be used for the rescheduled dates, which will be announced in due course. If supporters are unable to attend any of the rearranged dates then a refund process will be announced at the time the revised fixture dates are announced.

"Liverpool FC Foundation has also announced the LFC Legends game against Barca Legends on Saturday March 28 at Anfield has also been postponed.

"More details regarding the Legends game can be found here.

Some Liverpool fans had been wearing masks in the stands of Anfield (PA)

"The Foundation and Red Neighbours are also reviewing the delivery of their community programmes in the best interests of everyone involved.

"Anyone displaying symptoms that are consistent with coronavirus should ensure they familiarise themselves with the chief medical officer’s advice on self-isolation.

"We will continue to take the best advice from the relevant authorities and will update supporters with any further developments."

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