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Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti tests positive for Covid-19, putting a Chelsea reunion at Stamford Bridge in doubt with their Champions League quarter-final tie next Wednesday

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has tested positive for Covid-19, three days before his side resume their domestic and European campaigns.

The Spanish giants confirmed the news in a statement on Wednesday morning and it comes as a blow for Madrid as they gear up for a Champions League clash against Chelsea next week.

Before then, they resume their bid for LaLiga glory on Saturday in the early kick-off against Celta Vigo.

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has tested positive for Covid-19, his club have said

Real have a handsome nine-point lead at the top Spanish league standings but lost their last match 4-0 against fierce rivals Barcelona.