Messi tested positive for COVID-19

The Argentine attacker missed the team’s clash with Vannes in the Coupe de France on Monday, as he and Juan Bernat, Sergio Rico and Nathan Bitumazala have all contracted Covid-19.

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Neymar will also miss the matches against Vannes and Lyon as he continues to recover in Brazil.

“The 4 players that tested positive for Covid-19 are Leo Messi, Juan Bernat, Sergio Rico and Nathan Bitumazala. They are currently in isolation and are subject to the appropriate health protocol,” a statement from PSG said.

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