Soccer-AC Milan defender Hernandez tests positive for coronavirus

The left back started both of France’s games at the UEFA Nations League Finals in Italy, providing a goal and an assist as the world champions defeated Belgium and Spain to lift the trophy. "Hernandez has tested positive for a swab carried out at home.


Reuters | Rome | Updated: 13-10-2021 16:46 IST | Created: 13-10-2021 16:46 IST
Soccer-AC Milan defender Hernandez tests positive for coronavirus
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Theo Hernandez has tested positive for COVID-19 on his return from international duty with France, AC Milan said on Wednesday. The left back started both of France's games at the UEFA Nations League Finals in Italy, providing a goal and an assist as the world champions defeated Belgium and Spain to lift the trophy.

"Hernandez has tested positive for a swab carried out at home. The relevant local health authorities have been informed and the player is doing well," read a note on Milan's website. Hernandez is the second member of the French squad to contract the virus in the last week, after Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot missed the final following a positive test on Saturday.

Hernandez has been a key player for Milan this season, making nine appearances in all competitions, and the news comes as blow ahead of a busy run of games for the team. Stefano Pioli's side, who are second in Serie A, face Hellas Verona and Bologna over the next two weekends, either side of a Champions League trip to Porto.

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