Juve defender Alex Sandro tests positive for COVID-19

The 29-year-old, who played in Sunday’s 4-1 home win over Udinese in Serie A, has gone into isolation.

Published : Jan 05, 2021 10:25 IST

Juventus defender Alex Sandro
Juventus defender Alex Sandro
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Juventus defender Alex Sandro

Juventus' Brazil defender Alex Sandro has tested positive for COVID-19, the Italian champion said on Monday.

The 29-year-old, who played in Sunday’s 4-1 home win over Udinese in Serie A, has gone into isolation.

“Juventus Football Club announces that, following the appearance of some mild symptoms, a check was arranged for the player Alex Sandro, which revealed that he is positive with COVID-19,” a club statement read.

 

“The club is in contact with the Health Authorities to define an effective implementation of the protocols required to allow for the training and competition activities of the team”.

Juve next visits AC Milan on Wednesday when Andrea Pirlo's side will aim to reduce the 10-point gap to the league leader.

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