Sadio Mane has tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently self-isolating according to the necessary guidelines.

The Senegal international is the second Liverpool player to be infected with the virus, and will consequentlty miss the Reds match against Aston Villa.

Liverpool confirmed Man had exhibited some “minor symptoms” of coronavirus but overall fells “in good health”.

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 overall.

However, like with Thiago Alcantara, Liverpool Football Club are – and will continue to – follow all protocols relating to COVID-19 and Mane will self-isolate for the required period of time.