Stoke City football club of England has confirmed that its manager, Michael O’Neill, has tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19).
City said that O’Neill tested positive for coronavirus following the latest round of testing on Monday.
The Potters made this known in a statement on its official website on Tuesday night.
“Stoke City can confirm that manager Michael O’Neill has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus following the latest round of testing on Monday,” the club said in a statement.
“O’Neill had tested negative in the previous five rounds of testing.
“Assistant manager Billy McKinlay will take charge of training as the Potters prepare for their game against Reading on June 20.
“The club will be making no further comment on this matter,” it added.
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