Lionel Messi has tested positive for Covid-19, Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed.
The Argentine attacker will miss the team’s clash with Vannes in the Coupe de France on Monday.
The attacker returned to his homeland over the Christmas break, but has since contracted the virus while three team-mates have also tested positive.
“The four 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 read.
Coach Mauricio Pochettino says he is unsure if Messi will be available for next week’s Ligue 1 match against Lyon.
He said at a press conference: “I don’t know if he will be there against Lyon. He will come back from Argentina when he is negative.”
PSG have confirmed Neymar will also miss the upcoming clash as he continues to struggle with an ankle injury.
The Brazil star has been out of action since late-November with the problem and will remain in his homeland for another week.
