Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has tested positive for COVID-19 as revealed by the club itself.
It is however not clear how the coach got the disease or how his health is at the moment.
The news comes hours after Manchester City striker Sergio Aguero confirmed to have tested positive for the disease.
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The Argentine confirmed to have contracted the virus from a close contact before feeling some of the symptoms associated with it.
He has however gone into self isolation pending further direction and tests by health officials.
“After a close contact, I’ve been self-isolating and the latest test I took was positive for COVID 19. I had some symptoms and I’m following doctor’s orders for recovery. Take care, everyone!” Said Aguero
Cases of COVID-19 in football players are currently on the rise with many of the cases being reported in the English Premier League.
Some other players have been summoned by disciplinary committees after they were found guilty of violating their club’s COVID-19 regulations.
