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Jose Mourinho dealt blow as Matt Doherty tests positive for coronavirus ahead of Tottenham's clash against Manchester City - with James McLean also contracting Covid-19 while on Republic of Ireland duty

Tottenham will be without Matt Doherty for their

The pair started Sunday's 1-0 defeat by Wales in Cardiff but have now been isolated from the rest of the group, which flew back to Dublin on Monday.

A Football Association of Ireland statement said: 'The Football Association of Ireland can confirm Ireland defender Matt Doherty and forward James McClean have tested positive for Covid-19.

Matt Doherty has tested positive for coronavirus while on international duty

Matt Doherty has tested positive for coronavirus while on international duty

'The players have been isolated from the group as per Covid-19 protocols, and the HSE have been informed of this development.