Liverpool’s respected playmaker Sadio Mane tests positive for Covid-19.

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Just recently it was noted that Liverpool respected and in-form Senegalese forward Sadio Mane has  tested positive for Covid-19 and he is currently in self-isolating as reported by the club .

Quoting the club saying that “Sadio Mane has tested positive for Covid-19 and is currently self-isolating according to the necessary guidelines as quoted by Liverpool  in their statement.

Although it was observed that the forward who started and scored in Monday’s 3-1 victory over Arsenal, has displayed minor symptoms of the virus but feels in good health after his performance in and after the match.

Based on stated guidelines as observed by Liverpool Football Club and which they are and will continue to – follow all protocols relating to Covid-19 and ensure that Mane will self-isolate for the required period of time until all is well.

Earlier it was observed that Thiago missed the Arsenal game after his own positive test was confirmed and now Mane will also be absent from Sunday’s Premier League trip to Aston Villa.

Liverpool respected Manager and Tactician Jurgen Klopp will hope to have both players available when the Reds return to action after the international break in October 17’s Merseyside derby at Everton.

Although the 28-years-old Mane has been in fine form this season and last season scoring both goals in Liverpool’s win over Chelsea before also netting against the Gunners presently.

It must be noted that his enforced isolation will also affect his international friendly commitments after Mane was named in Senegal’s squad for their upcoming friendlies against Morocco and Mauritania.

With all in good position it must be said here that Liverpool engine room is in isolation with the hope of returning