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Premier League announces TWO new positive coronavirus tests in latest batch of testing as cases remain low despite outbreak that forced members of Manchester United's coaching staff to sit out Newcastle clash

There were two new positive Covid-19 tests in the Premier League's latest batch of results.

The league has announced that between Monday, February 15 and Sunday, February 21, a total of 2,633 players and club staff were tested.

It is the third week running that the round of twice-weekly testing has produced just two positive tests. Those who have tested positive will now have to self-isolate for a period of 10 days.

A total of 2,633 players and club staff were tested between February 15 and 21

The news comes after Manchester United were hit by a Covid outbreak before Sunday night’s victory over Newcastle at Old Trafford.