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Juventus defender Rugani tests positive for coronavirus

Juventus have confirmed that defender Daniele Rugani has tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday night.

The 25-year-old centre-back has been a fringe player for the reigning Serie A champions this season, making just seven appearances in all competitions.

Confirmation of Rugani's condition comes just days after Serie A was put on hold until at least April.

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"The footballer Daniele Rugani has tested positive for Coronavirus-COVID-19 and is currently asymptomatic," Juventus said in a club statement.