Arsenal defender Gabriel tests positive for coronavirus and will miss the Gunners’ Premier League matches with Brighton and West Brom after entering self-isolation on Boxing Day
- Arsenal defender Gabriel will miss at least two games after contracting Covid-19
Arsenal defender Gabriel has been ruled out for at least two matches after testing positive for coronavirus.
The Gunners revealed on Boxing Day that the Brazil star was self-isolating after a close contact tested positive for the disease, missing the 3-1 home victory over Chelsea.
The 23-year-old will now sit out his side’s meetings with Brighton on Tuesday and West Brom on Saturday having contracted Covid-19.
Gabriel has been ruled out for at least two matches after returning a positive coronavirus test
An official club statement said: ‘Gabriel has tested positive for Covid-19 and is isolating according to UK Government and Premier League protocols.
‘We will continue to monitor and support Gabriel, and we are hoping he will be available again after our next two matches.’
Countryman and fellow defender David Luiz and winger Willian both missed the victory over Chelsea through illness but tested negative for coronavirus.
