Real Madrid on Tuesday have confirmed that skilful and pacy forward, Mariano Diaz has tested positive for coronavirus and is self-isolating at home.
The players and club staffs were granted a one week break after winning their 34th La Liga title to spend quality time with their families ahead of their Uefa Champions League campaign.
As a measure of adhering to coronavirus prevention guidelines, the team was subjected to a test upon their return to the Spanish capital and Mariano test result came out positive.
A statement on the club’s official website said that: “After the COVID-19 tests carried out yesterday on our first team footballers by the Real Madrid Medical Services, our player Mariano, tested positive. The player is in perfect health and is complying with the protocol of isolation at home.”
The club however stated that the 26-year-old case remains the only positive test recorded after an initial round of screening and has not been in contact with other players and staff.
Albeit, this new development may put the City – Madrid clash in jeopardy as UEFA previously mentioned that all games currently lined up in Europe’s premier club competition will be reviewed on a regular basis and reserves the right to make changes to any fixture in the event that a new situation arises.
The player has also provided an updated of his health to calm the air. In a video message on social media, Mariano said: “Hello everyone. I appreciate your messages of support.
“I am perfectly well, thank God my family and my environment are also great.Now I am recovering at home and I hope to return to normal soon and be able to be with my teammates and team. Greetings to all.”
