Barcelona see surge in COVID-19 cases as 3 more players test positive

By Can Erozden

ANKARA (AA) - Barcelona have been troubled by the coronavirus, as another three players have tested positive for the virus on Thursday.

"Sergino Dest, Coutinho and Ez Abde positive for COVID-19. The players are in good health and self-isolating at home," the Spanish club said on Twitter.

The club said it has reported the cases to the relevant authorities.

Barcelona now have 10 players that tested positive this week and are currently isolating ahead of Sunday’s match at Real Mallorca.

They included Clement Lenglet, Dani Alves, Jordi Alba, Alejandro Balde, Ousmane Dembele, Samuel Umtiti and Gavi.