Football news: Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic to miss Arsenal clash after Covid-19 positive test

Updated 20/08/2021 at 13:43 GMT

Arsenal have already reported four players who have recently reported positive coronavirus results, and Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel has now confirmed that American forward Christian Pulisic will be out for Sunday's London derby after he also tested positive for coronavirus. He is now obliged to isolate for 10 days.

'50? 60 by winter?' - Tuchel jokes on Lukaku tally but says striker expects goals of himself

Chelsea forward Christian Pulisic has tested positive for coronavirus and will miss the weekend’s game against Arsenal.

Thomas Tuchel’s side travel to the Emirates on Sunday afternoon for the London derby against their city rivals, but will have to make do without the 22-year-old winger.

Pulisic tested positive on Wednesday, explained the German coach, and he has not been part of team training since then. He is now obliged to isolate for at least 10 days.

Premier League

Chelsea closing in on Nkunku signing from RB Leipzig - reports

28/11/2022 at 15:18

In a press conference ahead of Sunday’s clash, Tuchel confirmed: “Christian (Pulisic) is unfortunately pretty easy to explain.

“He had a positive test and needs to follow the protocols. He's not in training and not available for the game (against Arsenal).”

Chelsea are looking for their second consecutive win of the season after beating Crystal Palace 3-0 last Saturday. Arsenal meanwhile lost 2-0 to Brentford in last Friday’s season opener.