Three more Barcelona players self-isolate

Ousmane Dembele, Gavi and Samuel Umtiti. Pics/AFP

Barcelona forward Ousmane Dembele, defender Samuel Umtiti and midfielder Gavi have tested positive for COVID-19, the Spanish club said on Wednesday, bringing to six the number of infected first team players.

"The players are in good health and self-isolating at home. The Club has reported the cases to the relevant authorities", it said in a statement. The three players join left-back Jordi Alba, centre-back Clement Lenglent and defender Dani Alves, who also tested positive this week.

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