Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has tested positive for
COVID-19, the club revealed on Friday.
The 39-year-old Spaniard, who contracted the virus at the
start of the pandemic, has been a strong proponent for people to take up the
vaccine.
Arteta had criticised the Premier League after a glut of
coronavirus postponements, calling for more clarity and transparency, saying it
was vital to maintain the fairness of the competition.
The club statement disclosed Arteta will be missing from the
touchline for their game with the Premier League leaders at the Emirates
Stadium.
“Mikel Arteta will miss our match against Manchester City on
New Year’s Day after testing positive for COVID-19,” the statement read.
“Mikel is isolating in line with Government guidelines and
we wish him well.”