Mansfield Town chairman John Radford virus warning to older fans or those with health problems on match attendance

Stags are at home to leaders Crewe Alexandra on Saturday with supporters currently still allowed to attend until the Government order all games behind-closed-doors, which could happen at any time.

Radford said: “At present, the government has informed clubs, via the EFL, that there is no rationale to close or cancel sporting events as things stand.

“As you will all be aware, older adults and people who have severe underlying chronic medical conditions are in a greater risk category.

“This is a club, under the reign of myself and Carolyn, which genuinely cares about its supporters. “Without wishing to discourage people in the aforementioned category from attending matches, my advice to supporters who may be at risk would be to think very carefully about attending games from now until the end of the season.

“Whilst the support of our fans is important to the club and the players, the health and well-being of our supporters is paramount.

“I state the above, not to cause unnecessary apprehension, but to try and help everyone inside One Call Stadium, as we all endeavour to remain in good health.”

With Stags now looking safe from the drop, Radford has now turned his attentions to the rebuild ahead.

“It is reasonable now to state that a proportion of my focus has turned to next season,” he said.

“We are identifying targets for the close season and we will work diligently to recruit a squad which is capable of challenging for success throughout an entire campaign.

“Most of the current squad, as is commonly known, is out of contract at the end of the season.

“The majority of these players will now be fighting to earn contracts and I expect that attitude to be reflected in performances in these last 10 games.

“Heading forward, there will be no sentiment or mercy shown; only those who are capable of being part of a consistent winning squad will continue this journey with us.”