Barcelona and Spain legend Xavi has announced he has tested positive for coronavirus.
The 40-year-old, currently manager of Qatar Stars League side Al Sadd, said on Instagram that he wasn’t experiencing symptoms but will self-isolate until he has recovered.
Al Sadd are scheduled to play Al Khor on Saturday, with the Qatari top division returning after four months of Covid-19 suspension.
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Xavi said: “Today I will not be able to accompany my team in the return to official competition.
“David Prats, reserve coach, will take my place as head of the technical team.