MARTIN SAMUEL - CHIEFS SPORTS WRITER: Jack Grealish had been asked to spread the Government message on coronavirus. He just didn't think those same orders applied to him.

CHRIS WHEELER: Jack Grealish has jeopardised a dream move to Manchester United after allegedly crashing his car following a late night party. United are clear favourites to sign Grealish.

Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish was reportedly joined by two other Premier League stars as he flouted lockdown rules on Saturday. The Englishman has since issued an apology.

The 24-year-old midfielder took to social media on Monday evening to say sorry for his behaviour after pictures of him in a Birmingham suburb emerged online.

Stan Collymore has sympathised with Jack Grealish after the Aston Villa captain flouted government guidelines by attending a late night party on Saturday.

Jack Grealish 'will be fined £150,000 by his club Aston Villa' after admitting to 'stupidly' flouting the government's guidelines on the coronavirus lockdown to attend a late-night party at his friend's.

Pepe Reina has revealed he feared for his life as coronavirus resulted in him struggling to breathe at one point. He reported earlier this month that he believes he contracted the disease due to symptoms.

In response to Grealish's apology, Collymore wrote 'Good lad' followed by a heart emoji. Fans hit out at Collymore for appearing to stick up for Grealish but the ex-forward clarified what he meant.

For many clubs, an incident like the one involving Grealish would be the single moment in a campaign to make rival fans sit up and take notice.

Danny Drinkwater's FoodWell restaurant has received rave reviews since opening its doors in March 19, but that hasn't stopped it from racking up losses of nearly £2m over the past year.

Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish was forced to apologise this week after admitting to flouting lockdown guidelines to attend a late-night party at former team-mate Ross McCormack's flat.

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher and Chelsea centre-back John Terry played together when they were both on international duty for England between 2003 and 2010.

Football has a great history of teenagers exploding onto the scene before going on to become stars of the game. There are not many who did the former better than Federico Macheda.

IAN LADYMAN: Neither player has Aguero's gifts but both men are hugely talented all the same. They could learn from Aguero's life where he has sacrificed lots away from the field.

The defender apologised after holding a sex party with two escorts last Tuesday. It emerged the pair - who it is claimed were paid £2,200 - had been invited to Walker's rented Cheshire property.

The Colombian has been the main goal threat for Steven Gerrard's side and has scored 28 goals in all competitions this season, and his potent record has attracted a number of potential suitors.

The incident occurred on April 1, with former landlord Rob Bryan reporting a verbal altercation involving Green which took place in Raddel Lane, near Warrington.

Wes Morgan is happy to accept extraordinary measures such as playing behind closed doors to get the football season finished amid the coronavirus pandemic.

The rising star has caught the attentions of the top clubs in England, while Liverpool and United scouts have been watching him in action for Villa's Under 18s this season.

Grealish has been a shining light in an altogether poor Villa side since the west midlands club returned to the Premier League, scoring nine goals in 31 outings this campaign.

Tyrone Mings is looking to give something back to NHS staff and key workers after the coronavirus crisis by offering a free football academy term to their children when it is safe to do so.

The former Chelsea and England defender, who is now assistant head coach at Aston Villa, is preparing for the Premier League to return to action in the summer as the top flight tries to finish the season.

During his time lower down the football ladder, the centre-back had to work full-time as a mortgage adviser to make ends meet and fund his dreams of one day playing in the Premier League.

Grealish was heavily fined by his club after admitting to 'stupidly' flouting the government's guidelines on the coronavirus lockdown to attend a late-night party at the flat of Ross McCormack.

Aston Villa keeper Pepe Reina was often the joker of the dressing room, particularly while on Spain duty earlier on his career. But his antics do not appear to be a thing of the past after his latest video.

Leicester were the last team to play a Premier League fixture with their 4-0 win over Aston Villa on March 9 the final match to take place before the suspension was implemented.

Former Chelsea captain John Terry has put 12 items from his football memorabilia collection up for auction to raise money for the NHS and the Make-A-Wish Foundation. 

The Toffees' director of football, Marcel Brands, is said to be a fan of Grealish after watching him in action on several occasions this season, but will only make a move after filling other positions.

Just as he did for the Blues, Terry will captain a team of three players going head to head with seven other teams in a bid to generate funds in the ongoing fight against the coronavirus.

Aston Villa assistant John Terry has delivered a glowing assessment of in-demand attacker Jack Grealish, comparing him to former team-mates Eden Hazard and Joe Cole.

The 24-year-old Aston Villa defender is generously donating all the proceeds from the song, which is available from Friday, to the NHS and the battle against coronavirus.

The virus outbreak has seen the Premier League postpone all matches and some clubs have used the government scheme to furlough several staff, but Villa will not be following suit.

Sean Dyche is a manager in high demand in the Premier League, as both Aston Villa and Crystal Palace are interested in his services, according to The Sun. 

Jack Grealish has offered up the shirt he wore when he was assaulted by a Birmingham fan before scoring Aston Villa's winner to raise money for the NHS.

Wesley, signed for £22m from Club Brugge last summer, suffered the damage in Villa's 2-1 win at Burnley on New Year's Day, and is currently recovering in his home country.

The Aston Villa and England defender has been following a personal fitness programme at his home with the club yet to return to group training at their Bodymoor Heath base.

EXCLUSIVE BY ADRIAN KAJUMBA: The latest graduate of Southampton's famed academy, Will Smallbone will not forget 2020 in a hurry after his dream, goal-scoring full debut in the FA Cup.

An impressive season in the Premier League has seen the midfielder linked with several of the division's top clubs, with Manchester United the favourites to secure his signature.

Aston Villa midfielder Conor Hourihane fears money may take priority over health in the bid to re-start the Premier League.

Smith, who has been in charge since 2018 and led Villa back to the top flight, has warned his squad may have to play the rest of the season without two players due to a medical issue and a high-risk family member.

As the 20 top flight clubs try to find a way to signal a return to action, the prospect of playing the remaining raft of games at neutral grounds is very real.

With games set to be played behind closed doors, some clubs are opposed to 'neutral hubs' to finish the season, but Purslow says it is the 'duty' of all 20 clubs to find a workable solution.

Sean Dyche has refused to rule out the possibility of leaving Burnley after being inked with Aston Villa and Crystal Palace.

The head of the UK's football police unit has told clubs opposing plans to play at neutral grounds to 'get a grip'.Mark Roberts has reminded those complaining that 30,000 people in the UK died.

This weekend will be two months since Harvey Barnes scored Leicester's fourth against Aston Villa, the last Premier League goal before games were suspended.

Watford, who were 17th at the time of the shutdown due coronavirus, join Aston Villa and Brighton in being concerned at the plan to resume the current campaign at 'neutral' stadiums.

The Brighton CEO has been vocal in his opposition to the 'unfair' proposals of Project Restart, which would see remaining games played at a small number of independent grounds.

'Thank you for all of the amazing bday wishes!! Yesterday ended up being a phenomenal day and thanks to those who made it possible!!' the Olympic athlete gushed in the caption.

The 34-year-old Olympian posted a charming photo of his 'family of 5' just hours after Nicole gave birth to the little boy on Monday.

Gronkowski will reunite with Tom Brady at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the NFL, but it is not the first case of world-class athletes returning to action after abruptly calling it a day,