Neymar Tests Positive For Covid-19, Say Santos

Brazil forward Neymar has been sidelined after testing positive for Covid-19, his club Santos said in a statement quoted by Brazilian media.

The 33-year-old began showing symptoms on Thursday and was immediately removed from team activities. Medical tests later confirmed the viral infection, the Brazil Serie A side said.

The club did not disclose how long Neymar would be out of action and did not immediately respond to a Reuters’ request for comment. Neymar is already ruled out of Thursday’s league match at Fortaleza through suspension.

The Fortaleza match will be Santos’ last outing before the Brazilian league pauses for the June 14-July 13 Club World Cup in the United States.

The former Barcelona forward’s future at Santos remained undecided, with his contract set to expire on June 30. Limited by injury, Neymar has made 12 appearances for Santos across all competitions this season, contributing three goals and three assists.