Stoke City have confirmed that manager Michael O’Neill has tested positive for coronavirus following the latest round of testing at the club on Monday.
The Championship club say the former Northern Ireland boss will now follow the relevant guidance and undergo a period of isolation.
Stoke were forced to scrap a friendly against Manchester United at the last minute after learning of the news.
Assistant manager Billy McKinlay will take charge of training as the club prepare for their game against Reading on 20 June.
O’Neill will remain in regular virtual contact with his coaching staff and players during his period of isolation, the club said in a statement.
