(VOVworld) - Security will be at its highest ever level for a major football tournament during Euro 2016 with terror experts fearing jihadists are preparing to strike.

Europol chief Rob Wainwright is worried about the Euro 2016 terror threat. (Photo: Getty)

Europol Director Rob Wainwright has warned of a possible terrorist attacks during the 2016 European Football Championships in France next month.

England fans travelling to Euro 2016 could be targeted by IS, also known as Daesh. (Photo: Getty)

Wainwright said he has “great concern” because the tournament “is an attractive target for terrorists.” Head of the European Union police agency Europol, Rob Wainwright, said easy-to-access public places are the most likely to be hit during the month-long tournament, which starts on June 10.